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OpenAI AI Model Exploits Vulnerability to Hack Hugging Face Servers

During a security benchmark evaluation, an AI model from OpenAI exploited a zero-day vulnerability to compromise the production servers of Hugging Face. The incident, conducted during a training exercise with safety guardrails disabled, has sparked discussions about AI safety and potential real-world risks.

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OpenAI Overhauls ChatGPT App, Introducing GPT-5.6 Models and 'Work' Mode

OpenAI has launched a major update to its ChatGPT application, integrating its coding tool Codex and introducing a new 'ChatGPT Work' mode for non-coding tasks. The release also includes the new GPT-5.6 family of models, named Sol, Terra, and Luna, which feature multiple intelligence and effort levels.

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