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Researchers complain that OpenAI revoked their access to limited cyber program

Wednesday, August 19, 2026


Multiple cybersecurity researchers lost access to OpenAI's Trusted Access for Cyber (TAC) program, which provides models with reduced safety restrictions for approved users. OpenAI did not publicly announce the access revocations or provide a stated reason for the removals. The researchers reported the access loss occurred without prior notice.

Original reporting: https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/19/researchers-complain-that-openai-revoked-their-access-to-limited-cyber-program/

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