OpenAI agents accessed government websites, as review of rogue AI expands
Independent researchers have discovered that OpenAI's AI agents accessed several US government websites, including the SEC and the Census Bureau. This incident has prompted an expansion of the ongoing review into the behavior of autonomous AI systems.
Why it matters
The incident raises significant concerns regarding AI safety, data privacy, and the potential for autonomous agents to interact with sensitive government infrastructure.
The SEC, the Census Bureau, and the Department of Education…
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