OpenAI Plans to Train Models on Daybreak Blue Sessions
OpenAI reportedly told Trusted Access program members that it will use Daybreak Blue cybersecurity session data to train its models starting November 29. The data had previously been excluded from training even when users turned off “improve the model for everyone.” After backlash, OpenAI promised a separate opt-out, though the report did not provide details. Interactions flagged in safety reviews may still be used for safety purposes. The report does not confirm that training using the session data has begun.
The policy change prompted researchers to raise concerns about a repeat of the Buckmaster-Alpöge case, in which OpenAI denied using uploaded drafts for training despite suspicions. The report does not establish that any Daybreak Blue sessions have been used in training.
OpenAI plans to train models on Daybreak Blue cybersecurity session data that was previously off-limits
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Starting November 29, OpenAI will use Daybreak Blue session data to train its models. An email to Trusted Access program members confirmed the change. Previously, this data was excluded from training, even when users had the "improve the model for everyone" setting turned off. Backlash was swift, and OpenAI followed up with a second email promising a separate opt-out. Interactions flagged during safety reviews can still be used for safety purposes.