Topic: Dylan Farrow

A profile by Dylan Farrow in The New Yorker, based on interviews with over 100 people, characterizes OpenAI CEO Sam Altman as a "pathological liar" and a "sociopath." The report details Altman's 2023 firing by the OpenAI board, which cited a total loss of trust and deceptive practices regarding safety testing and Microsoft investment provisions. The piece also highlights minor instances of dishonesty dating back to his early career, including false claims about his skill as a ping pong player.

Woody Allen's film "A Rainy Day in New York" topped the global box office despite being "cancelled" in the United States. Amazon Studios refused to release the film following renewed allegations from Dylan Farrow. Dvorak praises the movie as one of Allen's best New York-centric works and laments the impact of cancel culture on artistic distribution.