OpenAI appoints former US Army secretary Dan Driscoll to national security role

OpenAI appointed Dan Driscoll as senior counselor for national security modernization, a newly created role advising its leadership and engaging with external partners. The fuller report describes his responsibilities and background; a second report also notes his appointment.

• OpenAI said Driscoll will advise its leadership and work with external partners on potential uses of advanced AI in national security and cybersecurity.· 1 source
• The company said he will engage with government, industry and academic stakeholders, and help its teams understand national security organizations’ operational needs.· 1 source
• Driscoll previously served as US Secretary of the Army and took part in talks involving Moscow and Kyiv, according to the report.· 1 source