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OpenAI reportedly disbanded its preparedness team as part of a 'streamlining' process
As part of a restructuring, OpenAI reportedly disbanded a team that assesses the potential for catastrophic risks with its models.
Source Engadget Story Brief Updated August 17, 2026
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As part of a restructuring, OpenAI reportedly disbanded a team that assesses the potential for catastrophic risks with its models.
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