Meta's aggressive pursuit of AI talent faced a significant setback as Thinking Machines Lab, led by Mira Murati, reportedly rejected lucrative offers, some reaching a billion dollars, to join Meta's Superintelligence Lab. Murati's team prioritized independence and long-term vision over substantial financial gains, highlighting the allure of shaping AI's future outside a corporate giant.
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