OpenAI's Preparedness Lead Departs After Less Than Six Months
OpenAI's head of preparedness has resigned after less than six months, despite Sam Altman previously highlighting the role's focus on handling serious risks from powerful models. The departure has drawn renewed attention to the stability of OpenAI's safety team.
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- OpenAI Head of Preparedness quits less than 6 months into role — ns123abc · 2026-08-30
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