OpenAI's trading volume drops 34.71% ranking 463rd as leadership reshuffles

On March 24, 2025, The's trading volume was 1.97 billion, a decrease of 34.71% from the previous day, ranking 463rd in the day's stock market.

OpenAI has announced significant changes to its leadership structure, with Chief Operating Officer Brad Lightcap taking on an expanded role. Lightcap will now oversee the company's business and day-to-day operations, as well as spearhead global expansion and corporate partnerships. This move comes as CEO Sam Altman shifts his focus more towards the company's technical direction and research efforts.

In addition to Lightcap's expanded role, OpenAI has promoted Mark Chen to chief research officer and Julia Villagra to chief people officer. These promotions are part of a broader restructuring effort as the company transitions from a non-profit to a for-profit entity. The changes also come amidst several high-profile departures, including former CTO Mira Murati and chief research officer Bob McGrew.

OpenAI's leadership changes reflect the company's growth and its increasing focus on delivering products to a global audience. The company remains committed to its core mission of pursuing frontier AI research that accelerates human progress.