Longtime OpenAI executive Brad Lightcap leaves as shakeup at AI lab continues Brad Lightcap, a longtime executive at OpenAI, has left the company as the AI lab continues a major shakeup, according to CNBC. Lightcap, who served as chief operating officer, was one of the most senior figures at the organization, and his departure marks the latest in a series of high-profile exits. Home/NewsLongtime OpenAI executive Brad Lightcap leaves as shakeup at AI lab continuesAugust 11, 2026Source: CNBC TechnologyShare:Share this article:Get AI news in your inboxDaily digest of what matters in AI.Subscribe