Russian Pranksters Got Top OpenAI Officials to Open Up on Ukraine

A Russian comedy duo tricked three high-ranking OpenAI national security and military officials into a 17-minute video call by posing as the head of Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service. During the conversation, the officials discussed OpenAI's military support for Ukraine, ongoing contacts with the Pentagon, and potential partnerships with the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense. OpenAI later confirmed the call was a prank conducted by individuals known for targeting officials and stated they have taken preventive measures. Open article →