Stability AI CEO resigns because of centralized AI

- Stability AI CEO Emad Mostaque steps down to focus on decentralized AI, advocating for transparent governance in the industry.

- Mostaque's departure follows the appointment of interim co-CEOs Shan Shan Wong and Christian Laforte.

- The startup, known for its image generation tool, faced challenges including talent loss and financial struggles.

- Mostaque emphasized the importance of generative AI R&D over revenue growth and highlighted the potential economic value of open models in regulated industries.

- The AI industry …

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