OpenAI nabs key Patreon execs ahead of upcoming announcement
The Verge
OpenAI hires three former Patreon executives to lead its creator product strategy ahead of DevDay announcement.Summary
OpenAI has hired three former Patreon executives to build its product strategy for creators. Co-founder and technology chief Sam Yam announced he is joining OpenAI to lead Creator Product, bringing along former Patreon product head Drew Rowny and engineering head Shannon Ma. Yam hinted at new tools for creators and urged attention to OpenAI DevDay, scheduled for September 29th. The hires suggest OpenAI may be entering the creator monetization space, as Patreon pioneered the creator-subscription economy. Yam's departure is a blow for Patreon, which recently announced a major feature update roadmap after laying off 20% of its staff in January.
(Source：The Verge)