OpenAI has announced that it will release a majority of its past employees from non-disparagement agreements tied to their exit contracts and equity. This move comes after reports that the AI startup had previously compelled former staff members to sign such agreements or risk losing their vested equity. The policy change aims to allow former employees to speak more freely about their experiences at the company without fear of financial repercussions. The decision marks a significant shift in OpenAI's approach to handling employee departures and addressing concerns about transparency and fairness. The non-disparagement clauses had been a controversial decision within the company.