OpenAI researcher Jason Wei is set to join Meta’s new Superintelligence Lab, according to reports from Wired. Another team member, Hyung Won Chung, may also make the move to Meta.
Researchers’ Background
Sources revealed that both Wei and Chung have deactivated their internal OpenAI Slack profiles. Wei’s expertise lies in o3 and deep research models, with previous experience in chain-of-thought research at Google. On the other hand, Chung, who previously worked with Wei at Google, focused on deep research and OpenAI’s o1 model, specializing in reasoning and agents.
Strategic Talent Acquisition
Meta’s latest recruitment of Wei and Chung aligns with CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s efforts to bolster the company’s position in the race towards AGI (superintelligence). Zuckerberg’s strategy involves attracting top tech talent with attractive compensation packages, aiming to enhance Meta’s capabilities in AI research and development.
Sources suggest that the close working relationship between Wei and Chung played a significant role in their transition to Meta. Zuckerberg’s tendency to recruit groups who have previously collaborated indicates a strategic approach to building a cohesive team focused on advancing AI technologies.
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