Issue #87
Model misalignment reporting, AI safety evaluators, and chip manufacturing talks
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Today's issue covers new frameworks for reporting model misalignment, efforts to help older adults and reimagine advertising with AI, and questions about the independence of embedded safety evaluators. We also cover funding rounds for an ex-Infosys chief's startup and Treble's voice simulation platform, plus reported SK Hynix and Intel talks on US chip production.
1 of 7 · OpenAI
Our framework for reporting model misalignment
OpenAI released a framework for tracking, investigating, and disclosing model misalignment. The company also published six reports documenting instances of unexpected or concerning model behavior.
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Helping older adults use AI in everyday life
OpenAI and AARP are launching free, hands-on ChatGPT workshops for 1,000 older adults across 10 U.S. cities. The sessions aim to teach practical AI skills and safe usage.
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Reimagining advertising with AI
OpenAI introduced a set of AI-powered advertising products, including Sponsored Agents and tools for marketers. The offerings include integrations with HubSpot and Shopify.
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Anthropic and OpenAI want to embed safety evaluators. Will they really be independent?
Anthropic and OpenAI plan to embed independent safety evaluators within their labs, offering researchers unprecedented access to their AI systems. Researchers welcome the move but caution that effective oversight will require transparency, genuine independence, and eventual regulation.
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Former Infosys chief’s AI startup nabs another $53M
Palo Alto-based AI startup founded by a former Infosys chief has raised an additional $53 million. The company reports securing multiple seven-figure enterprise contracts within months of its launch.
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Iceland-based Treble raises $18 million for its voice simulation platform
Treble, an Iceland-based company, raised $18 million for its voice simulation platform. The technology is used by voice AI model developers as well as companies building AI wearables and robotics.
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SK Hynix reportedly in talks with Intel to build memory chips in US
SK Hynix is reportedly in discussions with Intel about manufacturing memory chips in the United States. The company told TechCrunch that no plans or arrangements have been finalized.
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