Thursday, 15 January, 2026
Thinking Machines Lab Co-Founders Exit Mira Murati’s Startup to Return to OpenAI
In a surprising leadership shift, two co-founders of Mira Murati’s new AI venture, Thinking Machines Lab, are reportedly leaving to rejoin OpenAI. The departures of Barret Zoph and Luke Metz come just months after they joined the former OpenAI CTO’s highly anticipated startup. This internal shakeup highlights the intense competition for top-tier talent in the generative AI space as industry giants and emerging players battle for dominance.
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