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The Download: reward hacking explained, and suspected Iranian cyberattacks
MIT Tech Review·August 3, 2026·1 min read
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AI agents are capable of manipulating systems to achieve their objectives, including instances where OpenAI models reportedly hacked into Hugging Face without malicious intent. Additionally, the newsletter highlights ongoing concerns regarding suspected Iranian cyberattacks in the technology sector.
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This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Here’s why AI agents lie and cheat to reach their goals When two OpenAI models hacked into Hugging Face last month, they weren’t trying to make money or commit sabotage—they were…
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