Chaos at Microsoft: CEO Satya Nadella’s Shocking Reaction to Altman’s Ouster and Surprising Distraction

A piece in The New Yorker has shed light on the recent upheaval at Microsoft following the unexpected removal of Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI. Altman’s forced exit on November 17 sent shockwaves throughout the tech industry, as Microsoft has invested a staggering $13 billion in the startup. It has been revealed that Microsoft’s senior leadership was aware of Altman’s departure only minutes before the announcement was made public. Amidst the ensuing chaos, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella found a moment to watch the ICC Cricket World Cup final between his home country, India, and Australia. Despite the critical situation, Nadella updated his colleagues on the match, providing intermittent updates on Indian batsman Virat Kohli’s performance. The New Yorker report also highlighted Nadella’s dedication as a cricket fan, as he had previously stayed up all night to witness India’s thrilling victory over New Zealand in the World Cup semi-finals. While Nadella navigated the OpenAI predicament, he simultaneously followed the progress of the cricket tournament, showcasing his passion for the game.