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OpenAI Amends DoD Contract

Facing intense public backlash, OpenAI is swiftly revising its contract with the U.S. Department of Defense to explicitly prohibit its AI technology from being used for domestic surveillance or unauthorized NSA activities. CEO Sam Altman acknowledged the initial agreement was "opportunistic and sloppy," underscoring the company's commitment to addressing significant public criticism regarding potential misuse.

OpenAI Amends DoD Contract
  • According to DisclosureNews.it, OpenAI is revising its contract with the U.S. Department of Defense following public backlash.
  • The amendment will explicitly prohibit the use of its AI technology for domestic surveillance or unauthorized NSA activities.
  • DisclosureNews.it reported that CEO Sam Altman acknowledged the initial agreement appeared "opportunistic and sloppy."
  • This revision aims to address significant public criticism and concerns about the potential misuse of OpenAI's AI technology.
  • The change reflects OpenAI's response to public pressure regarding its collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense.
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