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OpenAI Fires Three Researchers Over Sensitive Information Handling

Nadeem Ali
OpenAI Researchers Fired over sensitive information handling

OpenAI has fired three researchers after an internal investigation found that they mishandled sensitive company information. The ChatGPT maker said the workers handled information outside established company procedures. The company said their actions violated internal policies. An OpenAI spokesperson told the BBC that the investigation confirmed the alleged mishandling of sensitive information. The company did not identify the three researchers. However, at least two of the workers were involved in safety research at OpenAI. The dismissals come as concerns about artificial intelligence safety continue to grow. Researchers, technology experts and…

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OpenAI Halts GPT-6.1 Astra Release Over Safety Concerns

Staff report

OpenAI Halts GPT-6.1 Astra Release Over Safety Concerns SAN FRANCISCO: OpenAI has cancelled the planned release of its next-generation artificial intelligence model, GPT-6.1 Astra, after internal testing found that the system did not meet the company’s required safety and alignment standards. The model had been expected to launch in October and was designed to handle more complex tasks with greater independence, including interacting with websites and digital tools. According to OpenAI’s head of safety systems, Saachi Jain, the model did not meet the company’s required threshold for staying within authorised…

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RedHook Android Malware Threatens Banking Apps

Nadeem Ali

Cybersecurity experts have issued a warning about a dangerous new Android malware called RedHook that can take control of smartphones, steal banking information and bypass many traditional security protections. Android users are being urged to remain vigilant after cybersecurity researchers identified a sophisticated new malware strain known as RedHook, which is capable of gaining extensive control over infected devices and stealing sensitive financial information. According to researchers, RedHook is more advanced than typical Android malware because it exploits the phone’s Wireless Android Debug Bridge (ADB) feature. By abusing this developer…

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