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OpenAI head of robotics just resigned over company deal with the Pentagon saying… “Surveillance of Americans without judicial oversight and lethal autonomy without human authorization are lines that deserved more deliberation than they got”

Caitlin KALINOWSKI over X

I resigned from OpenAl. I care deeply about the Robotics team and the work we built together.
This wasn't an easy call. Al has an important role in national security. But surveillance of Americans without judicial oversight and lethal autonomy without human authorization are lines that deserved more deliberation than they got. This was about principle, not people. I have deep respect for Sam and the team, and I'm proud of what we built together.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

I hope you haven't reached the stage of considering capital punishment.....

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

So you're saying be a grass rather than a mower?

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

When I first worked in Whitehall Mrs Thatcher was referred to as "Herself". I can't claim to know why! Anyway thanks for the clarification.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

The appalling cost in human suffering and anguish should be unconscionable. To what end is this being enacted?

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

A byte from an Apple? It might appear free at first glance, but they might gain ownership of your firstborn unto the seventh generation in the T&C you don't read before accepting! I like the pic though! :)

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Chilly at this time of year in the northern hemisphere, I s'pose we could expect some book burning sessions.... Grim.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

It could be some Americans would be inclined to seize this "window of opportunity"....

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

There'll only be eggnog at the wake anyway! :p

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

Seems you've muffin to complain about really.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

That's a spectacular display of insecurity and misogyny, that says far more about their failings than your achievement. Congratulations on your PhD!

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Vlad's little helpers did quite a number on the UK.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

It appears he's further cemented his reputation....

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Prof Bill McGuire @profbillmcguire.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

If you live in Jamaica and are considering staying put - DON'T This is an astonishingly powerful, slow-moving, storm that is going to have a cataclysmic impact on landfall Wind speeds up to 160mph, a 15ft storm surge and 3ft+ of rain FIND SHELTER NOW www.theguardian.com/world/live/2...

theguardian.com

Hurricane Melissa live: life-threatening category 5 storm to bring 175mph winds as it moves towards Jamaica

Jamaicans urged to seek shelter immediately, and Cuba, Haiti and Dominican Republic also threatened

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

This is my ship. I use it as something of an ice-breaker at parties.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Are we sure it will be steaks, and not chops? ;)

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

I'd imagine that providing space for important services and amenities, as part of the proposed development, can iron out potential issues far more effectively than a local authority attempting to play catch up to the frequent revisions and timeline adjustments common in large scale projects.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

In fairness, a King Trump would be aptly described as a Reigning Shit.....

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

"Here's my petard. If you use this sturdy rope, looped over this tree branch from the winch provided, it should be trivial a matter to hoist... Oh, never mind... I'll do it myself!"

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

My shiny new Photo Driving Licence card arrived today. Importantly, for fans of cult 1960s TV series The Prisoner, Iron Maiden fans, and assorted current or former Teenage Dirtbags, I can now loudly proclaim: "I'M NOT JUST A FREE MAN, I'M A NUMBER TOO!"

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Paradox or not, I think I could probably manage to console myself if Goodwin left these shores....

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Echoes of Michael Gove claiming the UK "have had enough of experts" during the Brexit campaign.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

It's looking pretty grim folks. All this, and more, in just 3 days....

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Thanks to the BT team for all your efforts! Will the new issue also be available at retailers?

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

"Slightly Simpliced" wouldn't be the worst thing I've ever been called....

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

I was eager to read a book about male sexual stamina. But, to be honest, it was something of an anticlimax.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Non insignificant = significant! Other than that, yep, probably....

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Did they do this of their accord ? Or were they frogmarched into the frog march?

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

It's sometimes been said of me that "Alan always alliteratively approves Amphibian Antifa aligned activity." Allegedly anyway....

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

I think Channel 4's True Love was one of the better drama series I've seen recently. The title might lead one to imagine it's light and frothy. It isn't!

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Fair enough! I rather enjoy customising all kinds of things, but clearly it's not everyone's choice. Can't help with retail options outside of UK I'm afraid.

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

It's time for innovation! Press them gently into a cup of salt before eating them. You could experiment with adding finely chopped nuts, raisins, even chilli flakes until you have perfected a number of new favourites! :)

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Alan Read @fretwhizzy.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Damn! It's foul not fail isn't it? Nevermind, I'll live! :)

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