OpenAI Strengthens National Security Ranks with Former White House AI Policy Chief Thomas Lind

By: PYMNTS Published: October 2, 2026 Main Facts In a high-profile industry move that underscores the deepening intersection of artificial intelligence and geopolitical defense, OpenAI has hired Thomas Lind, the former top artificial intelligence policy official at the White House’s Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD). According to reports confirmed by the head of…

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Rent the Runway Names Retail Veteran Paige Thomas as CEO as the Platform Streamlines Operations and Reports Strong Q2 Growth

By PYMNTS | September 11, 2026 NEW YORK — Designer apparel rental pioneer Rent the Runway announced a major leadership transition on Friday, September 11, appointing Chief Commercial Officer and retail industry veteran Paige Thomas as its new Chief Executive Officer, President, and member of the Board of Directors. Thomas, whose extensive executive background includes…

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