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Paul Christiano Appointed to OpenAI Foundation Board to Strengthen AI Safety Oversight

September 9, 2026
oecd:2026-09-09-5904View source ↗

What happened

Paul Christiano, a leading AI alignment and safety researcher, has joined the OpenAI Foundation Board and its Safety and Security Committee. His appointment aims to enhance governance and oversight of AI safety practices at OpenAI amid growing concerns about the risks of advanced AI systems.

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Sources and evidence

OECD AI Incidents Monitor
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Paul Christiano Appointed to OpenAI Foundation Board to Strengthen AI Safety Oversight
2026-09-09