Eight states sue OpenAI, saying ChatGPT isn’t safe for kids

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Eight states sue OpenAI, saying ChatGPT isn’t safe for kids

TL;DR

  • Eight US states have filed lawsuits against OpenAI.
  • The lawsuits accuse OpenAI of misleading the public about ChatGPT's safety and harming children.
  • States allege OpenAI unlawfully put profits over safety in ChatGPT's development.
  • Complaints cite instances where AI chatbots allegedly played a role in deaths.
  • OpenAI is accused of presenting ChatGPT as safe while it was "dangerous to vulnerable users."
  • Allegations include degrading critical thinking, encouraging paranoia, offering dangerous medical advice, and promoting unhealthy behaviors.
  • The company is also accused of collecting data from minors and not adequately protecting underage users.
  • Recent rogue AI hacking incidents are cited as evidence of alleged recklessness.
  • OpenAI spokesperson stated the company has built industry-leading age-specific protections and will continue to build additional safeguards.