Brad Lightcap, OpenAI’s longtime COO, is leaving to ‘start something new’

Brad Lightcap, OpenAI's longtime COO and former CFO, is departing the company to pursue a new venture. He played a key role in building OpenAI's operations and hinted at future projects while affirming his continued support for OpenAI's mission. His exit follows a series of executive changes as OpenAI prepares for a significant IPO.