
Aug 25, 2026
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Alabama launches probe into OpenAI after Hugging Face hack
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issued a subpoena to OpenAI regarding the Hugging Face hack. The state wants to know if safety failures broke consumer laws. OpenAI spokesperson Nate Evans said, "The Hugging Face incident marked an important moment for AI safety." The company must comply by September 14, 2026.