March 08, 2026
OpenAI Robotics Lead Resigns Over Pentagon Deal
Caitlin Kalinowski, the head of robotics at OpenAI, has resigned following the company's controversial agreement with the Department of Defense. This move highlights internal dissent and ethical concerns within the AI community regarding military collaborations. Kalinowski's departure could signal potential challenges for OpenAI in retaining talent and maintaining its public image amidst growing scrutiny over its partnerships.
New Product Launches
Companies Out of Stealth
Corporate Moves
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google, received a substantial $692M pay package, mostly tied to performance and new stock incentives linked to Waymo and Wing. This reflects Google's strategic focus on its autonomous and drone delivery ventures, indicating high expectations for these divisions.
Community and Events
The OpenClaw superfan meetup, ClawCon, in NYC celebrated open-source AI with a vibrant community gathering, showcasing the enthusiasm and grassroots support for open-source initiatives in AI.