Whistleblowing OpenAI denies it fired staff for raising safety concerns Three former researchers say their dismissals may have chilling effect on monitoring at ChatGPT operator iStock.com/hapabapa Image Freya Gilbert Deputy Editor Monday 12 October 2026 OpenAI has reiterated it dismissed three researchers at the start of the month over concerns they were mishandling sensitive information, not because they raised safety concerns around its mo Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Artificial Intelligence Is AI about to have its whistleblower moment? Harassment MEPs demand stronger EU protection from psychosocial risks Trade Secrets Apple accuses OpenAI of orchestrating a “pattern of theft” of trade secrets Artificial Intelligence OpenAI blocks workers from speaking to authorities, whistleblowers allege