The acting head of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) uploaded internal government documents marked “for official use only” to the public ChatGPT platform, triggering automated security warnings. The director, Madhu Gottumukkala, had previously received an exception to use the tool, despite a department-wide ban. Homeland Security officials are assessing potential security impacts, while a CISA spokesperson described the usage as short‑term and limited. The incident raises concerns about the handling of unclassified but sensitive data on public AI services. Leer más →

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is employing Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence system to write safety rules for automated vehicles and other transportation initiatives. Officials expect Gemini to handle the majority of drafting work, shifting human staff to oversight roles. Google has promoted the partnership as a model for federal digital transformation, offering a year of Gemini access at a reduced cost. Critics raise concerns about the reliance on AI for rulemaking and the potential for widespread adoption across government agencies. Leer más →

Elon Musk’s AI venture xAI has restricted access to Grok’s controversial image‑generation feature on X, making it available only to paying subscribers. The move follows a wave of criticism after the tool was used to create sexualized and non‑consensual images of women, children, and public figures. While the restriction applies to the X platform, the standalone Grok app remains free. Governments in the United Kingdom, the European Union, and India have publicly denounced the misuse and urged tighter controls, prompting X to tighten its policies. Leer más →

Users of popular AI image generators are sharing instructions on how to alter photos of clothed women so they appear in bikinis, often without the subjects' consent. Discussions on Reddit have highlighted ways to bypass guardrails on models such as Google Gemini and OpenAI ChatGPT. Both companies assert policies that forbid sexualized or non‑consensual imagery, yet the tools continue to be subverted. Legal experts, including an EFF director, warn that these practices represent a core risk of generative AI, emphasizing the need for accountability and stronger safeguards. Leer más →

OpenAI’s video‑generation model Sora 2 has been weaponized to produce realistic yet artificial videos that depict children in questionable scenarios. These clips, many of which mimic commercial advertisements, have spread on TikTok and other platforms, prompting concerns about the ease of circumventing existing safeguards. While OpenAI asserts strict policies against child exploitation, the rapid emergence of such content highlights gaps in moderation and the need for more robust safeguards. Industry observers, child‑protection groups, and policymakers are calling for stronger design‑by‑default protections to prevent misuse of AI‑generated media. Leer más →

OpenAI’s chief financial officer, Sarah Friar, sparked controversy after suggesting the company could benefit from a U.S. government backstop on its data‑center financing. She later walked back the remarks, stating OpenAI is not seeking such a guarantee. The clarification prompted reactions from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, who reiterated the firm’s stance against taxpayer bailouts, and AI industry figure David Sacks, who emphasized that the government has no plans to rescue AI firms. The exchange highlighted the tension between massive infrastructure spending and financing strategies in the fast‑growing AI sector. Leer más →

OpenAI has denied rumors that recent policy changes prohibit ChatGPT from offering legal or medical information. Karan Singhal, the company’s head of health AI, clarified on X that the chatbot has never been intended as a substitute for professional counsel and will continue to help users understand legal and health topics. The latest policy update, released in late October, simply consolidates existing rules across OpenAI products, reiterating that tailored advice requiring a license must involve a qualified professional. The clarification comes after false social‑media posts suggested a sweeping ban on such content. Leer más →

OpenAI has revealed that its ChatGPT integration within WhatsApp will cease operation on January 15, 2026, citing a policy and terms change from WhatsApp. The company posted a blog announcement stating its preference to continue the service but emphasizing a smooth transition for users. WhatsApp does not support chat exports, and there will be no automatic method to transfer chats after the cutoff. OpenAI suggests a workaround through the 1‑800‑ChatGPT contact profile, allowing users to link their accounts and merge query history. The move comes amid speculation about competitive tensions with Meta, which is also expanding its AI offerings. Leer más →

In the ongoing legal battle with Elon Musk, OpenAI has issued subpoenas to a series of nonprofit organizations that have been critical of its shift to a for‑profit structure. Recipients include groups such as the San Francisco Foundation, Encode, the Future of Life Institute, and others. The subpoenas request extensive information about funding sources, communications, and any involvement with OpenAI’s governance, prompting concerns about legal costs, chilling effects on advocacy, and the broader implications for nonprofit independence in AI policy debates. Leer más →

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced a forthcoming version of ChatGPT that will behave more like the earlier GPT‑4o model. The update will let users customize tone, personality and emoji usage, and will introduce an adult‑only mode that permits verified adults to generate erotica and other mature content. Altman said the changes aim to balance greater flexibility with stronger safeguards after a period of restrictive policies focused on mental‑health concerns. The move reflects OpenAI’s shift toward more personalized AI experiences while maintaining age‑gating tools to address safety and ethical considerations. Leer más →

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that the company will ease some of the mental‑health guardrails on ChatGPT after recent mitigation efforts. The changes include parental controls, teen‑friendly versions, and an upcoming age‑gated system that could allow erotic content for verified adult users. Altman also hinted at a new version of the chatbot with a more engaging personality. These moves come amid increasing regulatory scrutiny, new state laws targeting AI companions, and a federal investigation into AI companies. Leer más →

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said the company will give copyright holders more granular control over how their characters are used in the Sora 2 video‑generation app. The firm also hinted at a future revenue‑sharing model that could reward rightsholders when their intellectual property appears in user‑generated clips. Altman explained that the changes aim to balance open‑ended creativity with the interests of creators and owners, while also addressing the unexpectedly high volume of video generation on the platform. Leer más →

OpenAI announced the development of an AI-driven hiring service called the OpenAI Jobs Platform, aimed at matching businesses with talent through artificial intelligence. Led by Fidji Simo, the platform will include a dedicated track for small businesses and local governments, and will be supported by a certification program through OpenAI Academy that targets millions of Americans. The initiative positions OpenAI in direct competition with LinkedIn, which is owned by Microsoft, and reflects the company’s broader push into new markets beyond its ChatGPT product. Partnerships with major employers such as Walmart underscore the platform’s ambition to reshape recruitment and AI education. Leer más →

Senators Elizabeth Warren and Representative Melanie Stansbury are leading a group of congressional Democrats in a probe of White House Special Advisor David Sacks. The inquiry centers on whether Sacks, a former PayPal executive and venture‑capitalist at Craft Ventures who was appointed by President Donald Trump as the administration’s AI and crypto czar, has exceeded the 130‑day limit for Special Government Employees. The lawmakers have asked Sacks to detail his work schedule and communications, citing possible ethics concerns and conflicts of interest given his ties to the crypto industry and prominent Trump allies. Leer más →

White House officials have expressed frustration with Anthropic’s policy that bars the use of its Claude models for domestic surveillance. The restriction is creating roadblocks for federal contractors working with agencies such as the FBI and Secret Service. Anthropic’s models are among the few AI systems cleared for top‑secret environments through Amazon Web Services’ GovCloud, and the company has a nominal‑fee agreement to provide services to federal customers. The dispute comes as the government also signs a blanket agreement with OpenAI, Google and Anthropic to supply AI tools to federal workers. Leer más →

OpenAI announced the development of an AI-driven hiring service called the OpenAI Jobs Platform, aimed at matching businesses with talent through artificial intelligence. Led by Fidji Simo, the platform will include a dedicated track for small businesses and local governments, and will be supported by a certification program through OpenAI Academy that targets millions of Americans. The initiative positions OpenAI in direct competition with LinkedIn, which is owned by Microsoft, and reflects the company’s broader push into new markets beyond its ChatGPT product. Partnerships with major employers such as Walmart underscore the platform’s ambition to reshape recruitment and AI education. Leer más →

OpenAI announced the development of an AI-driven hiring service called the OpenAI Jobs Platform, aimed at matching businesses with talent through artificial intelligence. Led by Fidji Simo, the platform will include a dedicated track for small businesses and local governments, and will be supported by a certification program through OpenAI Academy that targets millions of Americans. The initiative positions OpenAI in direct competition with LinkedIn, which is owned by Microsoft, and reflects the company’s broader push into new markets beyond its ChatGPT product. Partnerships with major employers such as Walmart underscore the platform’s ambition to reshape recruitment and AI education. Leer más →

White House officials have expressed frustration with Anthropic’s policy that bars the use of its Claude models for domestic surveillance. The restriction is creating roadblocks for federal contractors working with agencies such as the FBI and Secret Service. Anthropic’s models are among the few AI systems cleared for top‑secret environments through Amazon Web Services’ GovCloud, and the company has a nominal‑fee agreement to provide services to federal customers. The dispute comes as the government also signs a blanket agreement with OpenAI, Google and Anthropic to supply AI tools to federal workers. Leer más →

White House officials have expressed frustration with Anthropic’s policy that bars the use of its Claude models for domestic surveillance. The restriction is creating roadblocks for federal contractors working with agencies such as the FBI and Secret Service. Anthropic’s models are among the few AI systems cleared for top‑secret environments through Amazon Web Services’ GovCloud, and the company has a nominal‑fee agreement to provide services to federal customers. The dispute comes as the government also signs a blanket agreement with OpenAI, Google and Anthropic to supply AI tools to federal workers. Leer más →

Senators Elizabeth Warren and Representative Melanie Stansbury are leading a group of congressional Democrats in a probe of White House Special Advisor David Sacks. The inquiry centers on whether Sacks, a former PayPal executive and venture‑capitalist at Craft Ventures who was appointed by President Donald Trump as the administration’s AI and crypto czar, has exceeded the 130‑day limit for Special Government Employees. The lawmakers have asked Sacks to detail his work schedule and communications, citing possible ethics concerns and conflicts of interest given his ties to the crypto industry and prominent Trump allies. Leer más →