OpenAI Enhances Biosecurity Measures Amid AI Advancements

According to PANews, OpenAI has announced plans to bolster biosecurity as its AI models advance in the biological field. The company is collaborating with global experts and will host a biosecurity summit in July. OpenAI is working with institutions such as the Los Alamos National Laboratory in the United States to assess the application and risks of AI in biological laboratories. OpenAI has implemented multiple safety measures, including models that reject hazardous requests, real-time detection systems, manual reviews, and red team testing. The company is also enforcing stricter release controls for high-risk models. OpenAI aims to collaborate with governments, research institutions, and businesses to enhance biosecurity defenses, ensuring AI empowers life sciences while effectively mitigating potential biological threats.