Monday, 30 June, 2025

OpenAI Blasts Meta’s High-Stakes Recruitment Strategy

OpenAI executives are publicly criticizing Meta’s aggressive hiring tactics, accusing it of “poaching” top research talent with offers reportedly reaching $100 million in signing bonuses. Mark Chen likened the wave of recruitment to a “break‑in” and reassured staff that OpenAI is boosting compensation and recognition to retain its team. The tensions highlight a fierce talent battle in AI, as companies battle to secure elite researchers to drive future advances.