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OpenAI fires 3 safety researchers over 'breach of trust'
The three researchers had accused OpenAI of prioritizing corporate interests over safety concerns before their dismissals; a classic "he said, she said" about what matters most.
On air: Chip Darnell and Gloria Vance on The TailgatePublished
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- The Washington Times'Breach of trust.' OpenAI fires 3 safety researchers in dispute over AI risks
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Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorOpenAI fired three safety researchers Friday for a breach of trust, the Washington Times reports.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThe trio had accused the company of putting corporate interests ahead of safety.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe company says trust. The researchers say safety. Both cannot be right.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThree cuts before kickoff! Sounds like the whole safety squad got waived.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorWaived for blowing the whistle, Chip.
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