OpenAI hired former US Army Secretary to develop AI in the field of national security

The American company OpenAI has appointed former US Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll as a senior adviser on national security modernization. This was announced on November 2 in a statement on the company's website.

"I am joining OpenAI to help the United States and our allies apply this technology (artificial intelligence, AI — Ed.) responsibly for the sake of those who ensure our security," Driscoll is quoted as saying in the text.

It is specified that in the new position, the ex-minister will interact with the management of OpenAI and its external partners. His responsibilities will include advising on the use of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to strengthen national and cybersecurity, including through cooperation with Washington's allies.

The company stressed that the position of senior adviser on the modernization of national security was established specifically. One of Driscoll's areas of work will be to assist AI developers in exploring the practical needs of government security agencies.

In addition, the former minister will advise representatives of government agencies, the industrial sector and the scientific community. This work is aimed at implementing initiatives for technological modernization and development of artificial intelligence, taking into account the principles of its responsible use.

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