OpenAI severs ties with three researchers accused of disclosing confidential information.
The three researchers, who have not yet been named, shared confidential information with an outside AI safety organization, according to The Wall Street Journal. OpenAI confirmed its decision in a statement to the outlet:
TL;DR
- OpenAI terminated three researchers for policy violations.
- The researchers shared sensitive company information with an external AI safety organization.
- An investigation confirmed the mishandling of confidential data outside company procedures.
- The actions violated company policies and broke trust.