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OpenAI has strengthened its scaling team by hiring four high-ranking engineers from major tech competitors Tesla, xAI, and Meta. Among the new recruits are David Lau, former vice president of software engineering at Tesla, and Uday Ruddarraju, former head of infrastructure engineering at xAI. This move is part of OpenAI’s strategy to enhance its backend systems and AI infrastructure, crucial for achieving its mission of developing artificial general intelligence. The recruitment comes amidst intense competition in the AI industry, with major players vying for top talent and resources. OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman has indicated plans to adjust compensation to stay competitive. The company is also exploring new markets, including a partnership with Microsoft to provide AI training to educators in the US.