# OpenAI Adds Former NSA Director to Board with Focus on Security

OpenAI announced the appointment of retired U.S. Army General Paul M. Nakasone to its Board of Directors, where he will serve on the Safety and Security Committee.

Nakasone brings significant cybersecurity credentials to the AI company. He previously served as director of the National Security Agency (NSA) and commander of U.S. Cyber Command, making him one of America's most experienced cybersecurity leaders.

The appointment signals OpenAI's growing emphasis on security as its AI systems become more powerful and widely deployed. With ChatGPT and other AI tools now used by millions globally, the company faces mounting pressure to address potential security vulnerabilities, misuse risks, and national security implications.

By adding someone with Nakasone's background to its Safety and Security Committee, OpenAI appears to be strengthening its governance around critical security issues