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OpenAI has hired Thomas Lind, who previously led AI policy at the Office of the National Cyber Director, The Information reports, citing confirmation from an OpenAI spokesperson. Lind joined this week and will lead cyber and strategic risk on the company’s national security policy team, led by former Biden administration defence official Sasha Baker.
Why it mattersThe hire brings recent White House AI policy experience into a team focused on national security. It is a notable appointment, though the available account does not spell out Lind’s plans or remit beyond his leadership role.
Discuss: Should AI companies bring former government policy officials into national security roles, or does that risk blurring the line between public service and corporate influence?
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