OpenAI pays $3.2m to settle claims it discriminated against US workers
Company and subsidiary Statsig alleged by US justice department to have favored foreign workers in hiring
TL;DR
- OpenAI and subsidiary Statsig will pay $3.2 million to settle U.S. government claims of discrimination.
- The companies are accused of favoring foreign workers with temporary visas and discouraging U.S. applicants.
- Alleged discriminatory practices included requiring paper applications, late-night radio ads, and not posting jobs on external websites.
- The settlement includes $1.2 million in penalties and $2 million to compensate alleged victims.
- OpenAI agreed to revise employment policies, conduct training, and be monitored by the Justice Department.
- The Justice Department stated the settlement reflects the harm caused to U.S. workers, even with fewer than 10 positions at issue.
- The companies denied wrongdoing in the settlement agreement.