OpenAI appoints Dan Driscoll as national security counselor
Dan Driscoll joins the company to advise on defense policy, cyber resilience, and alliance partnerships.
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OpenAI has appointed Dan Driscoll to serve as its Senior Counselor for National Security Modernization, according to an announcement from OpenAI News [1].
In this new capacity, Driscoll will act as a strategic advisor, offering guidance on critical national security issues, the development of cyber resilience frameworks, and the management of collaborative partnerships with United States allies [1]. This appointment highlights OpenAI’s continued commitment to engaging with public-sector initiatives and various government defense frameworks. By bringing Driscoll on board, the organization is effectively broadening its internal capacity for specialized advisory work concerning international security policy and long-term defense strategy [1].
OpenAI did not disclose additional personnel changes alongside the appointment [1].
Questions and answers
What is Dan Driscoll's title at OpenAI?
Dan Driscoll serves as Senior Counselor for National Security Modernization [1].
What will Dan Driscoll focus on in this position?
He is tasked with advising OpenAI on national security strategy, cyber resilience, and collaboration with U.S. partner nations [1].
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Sources
- 1.OpenAI appoints Dan Driscoll as Senior Counselor for National Security Modernization — OpenAI News, Nov 2, 2026
- 2.Sam Altman: All the RAM Should Belong to Me, So I Can Charge People to Use It — Gizmodo, Oct 31, 2026
