Fidji Simo's Exit: A Wake Up Call for Tech's Unspoken Priorities Fidji Simo's decision to step down from her full time role at OpenAI, citing a chronic illness that has plagued her for seven years, serves as a stark reminder of the industry's often overlooked priorities.
As the second in command at one of the most influential AI startups, Simo's departure highlights the disconnect between tech's pursuit of innovation and its treatment of employees' well being.
Simo's exit is particularly striking given that she took a three month medical leave just months ago in April.