OpenAI gives cyber defence tools to Ukraine
Ukraine will get access to OpenAI's advanced GPT 5.6 Sol model under the deal - a rival to Anthropic's Mythos and Fable
OpenAI has announced it will offer its AI cyber defence system, Daybreak, free of charge to the Ukrainian government. This move aims to bolster Ukraine's ability to safeguard crucial civilian infrastructure, such as hospitals and power plants, from cyber threats. The Ukrainian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-UA) reported nearly 6,000 cyber attacks in 2025, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced protection.
Daybreak utilizes OpenAI's advanced GPT 5.6 Sol model, a competitor to Anthropic's Mythos and Fable. George Osborne, OpenAI's Head of Countries, emphasized the importance of defending civilian infrastructure against both physical and digital threats. Analysts note that Russian cyber operations have been a consistent part of the Kremlin's aggression against Ukraine since 2014.
The support from tech giants like OpenAI is seen as a welcome development, offering valuable force multiplication to the already overloaded Ukrainian cyber defence efforts. However, experts caution that while the advanced AI capabilities can aid in identifying vulnerabilities and crafting defenses, they can also be exploited by malicious actors.
The announcement coincides with the ongoing UN General Assembly in New York, where AI remains a prominent topic.
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