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OpenAI adds protections to Pentagon deal
OpenAI added contract terms banning intentional domestic surveillance and use of bulk commercial data on Americans, responding to backlash and requiring further Pentagon approvals for intelligence use.
- OpenAI says it is making changes to its deal with the US government for using its technology in classified military operations, including ensuring it will not be used for domestic surveillance.
- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman admitted the company had made a mistake by rushing to announce the deal on Friday, calling it "opportunistic and sloppy".
- The changes come after backlash from the public, OpenAI staff, and others over concerns about the use of AI for military purposes.
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OpenAI alters deal with Pentagon as critics sound alarm over surveillance
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OpenAI To Amend US Military Deal After Criticism
After striking a controversial deal with the United States Department of Defense, CEO Sam Altman admitted the rollout felt “opportunistic and sloppy.” So, what changed? New safeguards. Most notably, OpenAI says its systems will not be used to spy on Americans. A line it now wants clearly written into the contract.The tension didn’t appear out of nowhere. Rival Anthropic had already clashed with the Pentagon over fears its AI, Claude, could be us…
OpenAI revises Pentagon contract to curb mass surveillance, but critics warn of major loopholes
On X, Altman acknowledged that OpenAI should have taken more time to address the "super complex" issues surrounding privacy and data security before rushing to finalize the agreement with the Pentagon. He added that the company learned a valuable lesson from the controversy, one that will help guide better decision-making...Read Entire Article
DECRYPTAGE - Sam Altman had to announce a change in the partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense, under the fire of criticism as it allowed for surveillance of the population.
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