OpenAI Unveils New AI Safety Research, Critics Call for More Action

### ‌OpenAI’s ⁢Commitment to‍ AI Safety

#### Showcasing New Research

OpenAI is making strides to⁢ demonstrate its commitment ​to AI safety. Recently, ⁤the company ‌highlighted ‌research aimed at ⁢helping ⁣researchers ⁣better scrutinize AI models, ⁢even‍ as​ these models become more advanced and useful.

#### Founding Principles and ⁤Current Criticism

OpenAI was⁤ established with the goal⁢ of making AI more transparent and safer. However, ‌following the success⁢ of ChatGPT and increased competition from well-funded rivals, some ‌critics argue that ‍the company is focusing‌ more⁤ on flashy advancements and market‍ share rather than safety.

#### Expert Opinions on AI Safety

“The situation we are​ in remains ⁢unchanged. Opaque,‌ unaccountable,​ unregulated corporations racing each other to ⁣build artificial superintelligence,⁣ with basically no plan for how to control⁤ it.”

Daniel Kokotajlo, a former OpenAI researcher, emphasizes that while the new research is⁣ important, it is‍ only incremental. He stresses the need for more oversight of companies developing AI technology.

#### Need for‍ External Oversight

An anonymous source familiar with OpenAI’s internal operations ‍also highlights the necessity for external oversight of ⁣AI companies. ⁣They question whether OpenAI is genuinely committed to the ​processes and governance ⁣needed to prioritize societal benefit over profit, rather than just ‌allowing some researchers to focus on safety.

### Conclusion

OpenAI’s recent efforts to showcase AI safety research are a step in the right direction. However, experts and insiders alike call‌ for more comprehensive oversight and governance to​ ensure that the development‍ of AI​ technology benefits⁣ society as a whole.