Topic: talent poaching

Cofounder's Office Relationship Led to Termination at Thinking Machines

January 17, 2026

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Cofounder's Office Relationship Led to Termination at Thinking Machines

A key cofounder of Thinking Machines Lab departed after leadership confronted him about an alleged office relationship, which was cited as misconduct. Following the confrontation, the cofounder's professional relationship with leadership deteriorated, leading him to join OpenAI, which stated it d...

Meta Hires Apple Design Exec Alan Dye to Lead Reality Labs Studio

Meta has hired former Apple UI design chief Alan Dye to lead a new creative studio in its Reality Labs division, focusing on enhancing AI in consumer hardware like smart glasses and VR headsets. This move is part of Meta's strategic push into AI-powered devices and follows a pattern of recruiting...

OpenAI Reportedly Developing Smart Speaker, Glasses, and AI Pin

OpenAI is developing AI hardware devices like a smart speaker, smart glasses, and a wearable pin, with a planned launch in late 2026 or early 2027, in collaboration with former Apple design chief Jony Ive. The company is focusing on a screen-free smart speaker and has engaged Apple's supply chain...