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OpenAI employee arrested after hidden recording device discovered at headquarters

OpenAI confirmed on Tuesday that a concealed recording device had been found inside one of its San Francisco offices, prompting an investigation and the arrest of an employee.

By guardian · 8d ago · Source: guardian

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OpenAI confirmed on Tuesday that a concealed recording device had been found inside one of its San Francisco offices, prompting an investigation and the arrest of an employee. The company stated it identified the device as sophisticated and employed internal tools to analyze its origin and determine how it was placed within the premises. Following the discovery, OpenAI reported the incident to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The statement did not specify the nature of the employee's alleged involvement or provide further details about the investigation. This development adds to a series of privacy-related incidents involving the company, which has previously faced scrutiny after cyberattacks attributed to foreign actors targeted its systems. OpenAI emphasized its commitment to cooperating with law enforcement and maintaining the security of its infrastructure.

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