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Fired OpenAI employees question the company's commitment to safety

NPR · Oct 9, 2026, 9:28 PM UTC

The three fired workers say OpenAI punished them for being outspoken about safety. The company disputes the claims and says they were fired over mishandling sensitive information.

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