Whistleblowers, Stop Using AI Chatbots

Whistleblowers, Stop Talking to Generative AI Chatbots

TSN’s Executive Director, Delphine Halgand-Mishra, recently wrote a piece on the risks of using generative AI chatbots to discuss sensitive information. As more whistleblowers turn to tools like ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini for advice or support, many may not realize that conversations can be stored, reviewed, or even requested in legal proceedings.

Delphine reflects on the growing number of whistleblowers seeking support and explains why confidentiality and secure communication practices matter more than ever.

Read the full piece here.

Deciding to Blow the Whistle — A TSN Conversation With Tyler Shultz

Tyler Shultz reflects on his experience as a whistleblower at Theranos and how speaking to a Wall Street Journal reporter about the misconduct he witnessed helped expose one of the biggest corporate frauds in U.S. history. That decision also came with serious legal and financial pressure.

In a conversation with TSN’s Impact Advisor Sandrine Rastello, he shares what he learned from going through that process, including the importance of preparation and having the right support before speaking up.

Read the full conversation here.

TSN welcomes support from Fred Foundation

TSN is grateful to the Fred Foundation for its €20,000 grant, which will support our ongoing work to protect and support whistleblowers. This funding comes at an important moment as demand for support continues to grow and it will help strengthen the resources, guidance and assistance we are able to provide to people who speak up in the public interest.

We deeply appreciate this support, which enables us to continue building a safer environment for whistleblowers and those who come forward with concerns.