OpenAI has reinstated Sam Altman to its board after an external review found no evidence justifying his earlier firing.

The review acknowledged a trust breakdown between the board and Altman, but cleared him of accusations of misleading investors.

Altman's return follows internal turmoil and employee protest over his initial removal in November.

The board expresses renewed confidence in Altman and company president Greg Brockman, despite prior leadership concerns.

OpenAI expands its board with three new members amidst ongoing organizational changes.

Controversy surrounds OpenAI's shift to a for-profit model and a legal challenge from Elon Musk regarding their commitment to their original nonprofit mission.

The company has introduced a whistleblower hotline for employees, in the wake of internal disputes.

Tech industry, including OpenAI and Salesforce, increasingly promotes 'responsible AI' to ensure its ethical application, especially in critical services for people with disabilities.