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Eight US states sue OpenAI over alleged safety risks to children

Attorneys general from eight US states have filed lawsuits against OpenAI, alleging the company misled users about ChatGPT's safety and harmed children. The legal action claims the AI firm failed to adequately protect minors from potential risks.

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Timeline · 3 reports

  1. 2026-10-14 22:55 · Techmeme
    Eight US states sue OpenAI separately in a bipartisan effort, alleging it didn't implement sufficient safeguards to protect kids and other vulnerable users
  2. 2026-10-14 21:53 · The Hill Technology
    Coalition of states sue OpenAI, alleging it misled users on safety
  3. 2026-10-14 21:11 · The Verge AI
    Eight states sue OpenAI, saying ChatGPT isn't safe for kids

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