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OpenAI in ‘Intense Discussions’ to Unify Company, Memo Says

Most of the OpenAI staff signed a letter saying they would quit if the board does not re-hire ex-CEO Sam Altman, who was hired by Microsoft.

Elon Musk’s X Corp. Sues Media Matters Over Report on Pro-Nazi Content

X claims Media Matters kick-started a “blatant smear campaign” by publishing almost 20 articles against the social media platform and Musk in November.

Who Is Emmett Shear, OpenAI's New CEO?

OpenAI is on its third CEO in three days. Here's what to know about new interim CEO.

Turkeys Cost Less This Thanksgiving. Here’s Why

The cost of your Thanksgiving turkey will be slightly lower this year

Sam Altman Joins Microsoft After OpenAI Ousting

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said Altman will lead the company’s new in-house artificial intelligence team.

Latest Updates on Sam Altman’s Potential Return to OpenAI

After facing intense outrage over ousting Altman, OpenAI’s board initially agreed in principle to step down, but have so far refused to officially do so.

Inside Sam Altman’s Shock Ouster From OpenAI

What we know so far about the CEO’s firing and who played a role—from Microsoft to Elon Musk.

Sam Altman Departs OpenAI

Mira Murati, OpenAI’s chief technology officer, will serve as interim CEO.

IBM, E.U. Pull Ads From Musk's X Amid Antisemitism Concerns

Advertisers are fleeing X over concerns about their ads showing up next to hate speech, with owner Elon Musk inflaming tensions.

Can Business and Climate Leaders Speak the Same Language?

COP28 success may hinge on bridging the gap between business and climate leaders.

Fallout Spreads Over Elon Musk’s Latest Controversial X Post

Musk’s apparent endorsement of antisemitic views has prompted outrage from advertisers and investors in his various businesses, including X and Tesla.

Why Black Friday Deals Start So Early

Retailers like Walmart and Target are rolling out Black Friday deals earlier than ever, thanks to inflation and a slugging spending economy.

How We Chose the TIME100 Climate

The inaugural TIME100 Climate list includes leaders driving climate action in the businesses of energy, finance, culture, health, and more.

A Look at TIME’s Century of Climate Change Coverage

In January of 1938, TIME’s editors considered how the sun might become a future energy source. A year later, TIME observed that scientists were seeing evidence of a warming planet. In 1953, TIME cautioned that...

TIME100 Climate

Why Starbucks Workers Are Striking on One of the Busiest Days of the Year

"We won't work unless you provide us respectable conditions to work in."