Eight US States Sue OpenAI Over ChatGPT Safety for Children

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Eight US states have filed separate lawsuits against OpenAI, alleging the company harmed children and misled customers about ChatGPT's safety. The states involved are Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, West Virginia, Arkansas, Arizona, Idaho, and Montana. The complaints argue that OpenAI prioritized profits over safety during ChatGPT's development and violated local consumer protection laws by not warning users of its dangers. The filings cite earlier lawsuits from families of teens and adults who claim the chatbot contributed to their loved ones' harm.

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