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GitHub revamps bug bounty program, creating VIP tier

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GitHub is restructuring its bug bounty program into two tiers, impacting public submissions and introducing an invite-only VIP program. Basic bug submissions from the general public will now receive $250, a reduction from the previous range of $500 to $1,000. The new VIP tier, however, will offer $1,000 for basic bugs, with invitations extended to individuals who have a demonstrated history of submitting valid reports. AI

IMPACT This change may affect the incentives for security researchers, potentially impacting the discovery of vulnerabilities in software, including AI-related systems.

RANK_REASON The item describes a change in policy for a specific company's bug bounty program, which falls under the 'tool' category as it relates to a service or operational change rather than a core AI release or significant industry-wide event.

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GitHub revamps bug bounty program, creating VIP tier

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    The nature of cliques - you are either IN or OUT! GitHub is moving it's Bug Bounty program to 2 tiers. Public submissions from Joe software dude of basic bugs w

    The nature of cliques - you are either IN or OUT! GitHub is moving it's Bug Bounty program to 2 tiers. Public submissions from Joe software dude of basic bugs will get $250, down from between $500 and $1,000 previously. In the new invite-only VIP program basic bugs get a $1,000. …

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