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Fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute their dismissals in open letter

Three OpenAI researchers said their firings may have a 'chilling' effect on employees.

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Fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute their dismissals in open letter

Three OpenAI researchers said their firings may have a 'chilling' effect on employees.

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Fired OpenAI safety researchers dispute their dismissals in open letter

Three OpenAI researchers said their firings may have a 'chilling' effect on employees.

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