OpenAI reaffirms zero data retention for eligible API customers and previews private safety processing
The company restates its commitment to zero data retention for certain API users and introduces a preview of private safety processing for advanced AI safety without compromising data privacy.
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- OpenAI reaffirmed its zero data retention policy for eligible API customers.
- The company previewed Private Safety Processing for advanced AI safety without compromising data privacy.
OpenAI announced it is reaffirming its zero data retention policy for eligible API customers. This policy restricts the company from retaining data from users who meet specific eligibility criteria. The move underscores OpenAI’s stated commitment to data privacy for certain segments of its API user base.
The company also previewed a feature called Private Safety Processing. This capability is designed to enable advanced AI safety measures without compromising data privacy. OpenAI frames the preview as part of its efforts to balance safety and privacy in AI systems.
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