In BriefPosted:8:15 AM PST February 6, 2025Image Credits:Getty ImagesOpenAI co-founder John Schulman leaves Anthropic after just five monthsOpenAI co-founder and prominent AI researcher John Schulman has left Anthropic after five months, according to multiple reports.Credited as one of the leading architects of ChatGPT, Schulman left OpenAI last August for its direct competitor, Anthropic. Hepostedabout the decision on X, saying it stemmed from a desire to deepen his focus on AI alignment the science of ensuring AI behaves as intended and engage in more hands-on technical work.[At Anthropic], I believe I can gain new perspectives and do research alongside people deeply engaged with the topics Im most interested in, Schulman wrote.Schulman hasnt publicly addressed his departure from Anthropic, nor has he indicated what he plans to do next. In a statement provided to Bloomberg, Anthropics chief science officer, Jared Kaplan, said that he was sad to see John go, but fully support[s] his decision to pursue new opportunities.Topics