OpenAI is basically hiring AI to catch AI before hackers get there first.

OpenAI is teaming up with Cathedral Systems for an internal security sprint, using AI models to stress-test its own defenses and uncover vulnerabilities.

The bigger move? Critical bug bounty rewards are getting a massive upgrade more than 4x higher, with exceptional findings eligible for up to $172,000 including bonuses.

Even reports already awaiting a bounty qualify for the new reward ranges. Recent payouts from the past 30 days may also receive the difference.

This is where the AI arms race gets interesting. Hackers are getting smarter with AI, so defenders can't afford to stay one step behind.

Imagine getting paid $172K because you found something AI missed. Not a bad day at the office.

The next cybersecurity battle might be AI vs. AI. Which side gets smarter faster?