Bill Peebles
Leaves OpenAI · Apr 17, 2026 · News
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Why, in the source's words
Kevin Weil, who led the company’s science research initiative, and Bill Peebles, the researcher behind AI video tool Sora, both announced their departures on Friday.
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| Aug 13, 2026 | Dali RajicAppointed WizOpenAIOther | Other | ||
| Aug 13, 2026 | Denise DresserDepartedOpenAINext role not statedOther | OpenAIChief Revenue OfficerNext role not stated | Other | |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Brad LightcapDepartedOpenAINext role not statedOther | OpenAILead, special projectsNext role not stated | Other |
About this move
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- Other
- Announced
- Apr 17, 2026
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- TechCrunch
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