OpenAI Parts Ways With Three Safety Researchers Over Sensitive Information Mishandling

The Hacker News - Oct 2, 2026

OpenAI has parted ways with three members of its safety team after they leaked private information in violation of company policies, The Wall Street Journal reported. "We have parted ways with three individuals for violating our policies on accessing and handling sensitive company information," a spokesperson for the company was quoted as saying. "Our investigation confirmed that these

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