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KFC Japan targeted in cyberattack; OpenAI's Codex encryption sparks developer concern

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A recent cyberattack has targeted critical infrastructure in Japan, with the fast-food chain KFC identified as a potential victim. This incident highlights ongoing security vulnerabilities in essential services. Separately, OpenAI has faced criticism for encrypting instructions for its Codex agent, raising concerns among developers about transparency and debugging. AI

IMPACT Concerns over OpenAI's encryption practices highlight potential challenges in AI model transparency and auditing.

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KFC Japan targeted in cyberattack; OpenAI's Codex encryption sparks developer concern

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