OpenAI Expands Cyber Defence with European Partnerships

OpenAI is collaborating with European firms like Deutsche Telekom and BBVA to enhance cybersecurity through its GPT-5.5-Cyber model. The 'Trusted Access for Cyber' program aims to balance the utility and safety of AI tools, providing essential resources for detecting and responding to system vulnerabilities.

U.S. artificial intelligence powerhouse OpenAI has announced a significant expansion of its cyber defense initiatives by granting European companies, including Deutsche Telekom and BBVA, access to its advanced GPT-5.5-Cyber model. This move aims to bolster system resilience against potential vulnerabilities.

Under the 'Trusted Access for Cyber' program, verified entities in critical sectors such as financial services, telecoms, and energy will access AI models equipped with stringent safeguards for defensive purposes. Emmanuel Marill, OpenAI's MD for EMEA, emphasized the need to balance accessibility with safety as AI capabilities advance.

The launch of Mythos by competitor Anthropic has heightened concerns about AI's potential to identify and exploit cybersecurity risks, raising alarms about possible destabilization of financial institutions. In response, OpenAI offers the European Commission open access to cybersecurity features to bolster public safety and align with European priorities.