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OpenAI says it found a 'hidden' recording device planted in its office

OpenAI discovered a planted recording device in its office, signaling corporate espionage concerns.

What happened: OpenAI said it found a "sophisticated recording device" hidden in one of its offices and used its own models to identify the employee who planted it. The employee was fired and the matter was referred to the FBI. Why it matters: OpenAI said the case shows how AI can help address "sophisticated security threats." The company said it found no evidence the employee improperly accessed model weights, source code, or customer data. Coverage: 11 outlets in 24h
OpenAI discovered a planted recording device in its office, signaling corporate espionage concerns.
OpenAI discovered a planted recording device in its office, signaling corporate espionage concerns. — impact context not separately stored; see What changed.
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