OpenAI cuts ties with three safety researchers over information handling

According to TechCrunch, OpenAI parted ways with three safety researchers after an internal investigation found they mishandled sensitive company information. The incident occurred amid broader discussion of OpenAI's agent safety practices.

Update (2026-10-10): According to TechCrunch and The Verge, OpenAI terminated researchers Jasmine Wang, Tomek Korbak, and Mikita Balesni for a "significant breach of trust" regarding handling of sensitive information. The three researchers issued an open letter disputing misconduct allegations and warning that the terminations could create a chilling effect on safety culture within AI organizations.