Javier Soto rejects xAI job offer, criticizes misinformation handling

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Elon Musk's AI company, xAI, tried to hire OpenAI engineer Javier Soto, but he publicly rejected the offer. Soto criticized Musk's rhetoric as a threat to democracy and condemned xAI's approach to misinformation, sparking widespread online discussion. Soto shared his rejection on social media, stating he could not work for Musk due to concerns over harmful misinformation. He emphasized that such behavior makes it hard for xAI to attract talented individuals. In response to the backlash, xAI's head engineer blamed an unnamed employee for misinformation issues. Soto called this response toxic, further intensifying the controversy surrounding the incident.


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