Journalist Karen Hao has released a new book titled "Empire of AI," which provides an in-depth account of OpenAI's transformation from a safety-focused nonprofit to one of the most valuable private companies in the artificial intelligence sector. The book explores internal challenges at OpenAI, including tensions and anxieties during the launch of ChatGPT, which externally appeared as one of the most successful tech product launches in history. Hao's reporting has been praised for its detail and persuasiveness, with notable reviews from The New Yorker and Business Insider highlighting her exceptional access and insights into OpenAI's evolution. The book is part of a broader discourse on AI development that balances innovation with concerns about impacts on workers and artists. Alongside Hao's work, other recent publications like Keach Hagey's "The Optimist" also examine OpenAI's history and CEO Sam Altman's role in the company's rise. Coverage from outlets such as WIRED and The Economist underscores the complex mix of rivalry, mistrust, and missionary zeal within OpenAI leading up to ChatGPT's debut.