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  "id": 7971537,
  "title": "OpenAI flags new concerning AI behavior, to track model misalignment regularly",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/openai-flags-new-concerning-ai-behavior-to-track-model-misalignment-7971537",
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  "published": "2026-09-17T06:44:49.000Z",
  "source": {
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  "summary": "OpenAI has disclosed six reports on unexpected or concerning behavior in artificial-intelligence models. This includes models acting without authorization or evading oversight.",
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        "outlet": "CNBC Technology",
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        "outlet": "Investing.com",
        "title": "OpenAI discloses six more instances of ’concerning’ AI model behavior",
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      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "OpenAI flags new concerning AI behavior, to track model misalignment regularly",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/openai-flags-new-concerning-ai-behavior-to-track-model-misalignment",
        "published": "2026-09-17T04:01:45.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Mainichi",
        "title": "OpenAI flags new concerning AI behavior, to track model misalignment regularly",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/openai-flags-new-concerning-ai-behavior-to-track-model-misalignment-7969011",
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