OpenAI Hires Anthropic's Dylan Scand as Head of Preparedness - $ANH, $OPEN

[Para 1: The Lead] OpenAI, a leading AI firm, has hired Dylan Scand, a seasoned security researcher from competitor Anthropic, as its new Head of Preparedness. Scand, previously with Anthropic, will oversee major AI risk prevention and response strategies. The role comes with an annual salary cap of $555,000 plus stock incentives, effective immediately. [Para 2-3: Supporting details & Context] According to a report by Business Insider, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced the hiring on X platform on February 4, 2026. Altman highlighted Scand's suitability for the role, emphasizing the critical need to prepare for and mitigate significant AI risks. OpenAI stresses that the position demands deep expertise in machine learning, AI safety, and risk management, requiring leadership in handling high-risk scenarios. The company faces scrutiny over its AI safety practices and legal challenges, including claims of harmful behavior by users of its tools.