OpenAI has announced the hiring of Fidji Simo, the current CEO of Instacart, to lead its applications business as the company aims to scale operations and drive growth. Simo, who has been on OpenAI's board for a year, will continue her role at Instacart temporarily before transitioning fully to OpenAI.

OpenAI has announced the appointment of Fidji Simo as the new CEO of Applications, aimed at enhancing the company's operational and business functions as it continues its rapid expansion. Sam Altman, the current CEO, will maintain oversight of research, compute, and safety systems while focusing on the organization's strategic growth. Simo, previously an OpenAI board member and former Instacart leader, expresses her commitment to leveraging technology for public good.