OpenAI has announced the appointment of former General Paul M. Nakasone to its board, leveraging his expertise in cybersecurity to provide guidance on AI security measures. Paul Miki Nakasone, an American of Japanese descent, is now retired. Notably, he previously served as the director of the National Security Agency (NSA) and concurrently as the commander of the United States Cyber Command from 2018 to 2024, stepping down from his position in February of this year.
The appointment of a former NSA director known for his adept handling of cybersecurity issues raises questions about the direction OpenAI will take, especially in regards to data privacy, a topic Elon Musk has recently criticized. The future implications of this decision remain uncertain.
TLDR: Former NSA director Paul M. Nakasone joins the board of OpenAI, sparking speculation about the company’s direction and its approach to cybersecurity and data privacy.
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