OpenAI's teen-focused ChatGPT criticized for homework help and safety concerns

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OpenAI has released a version of ChatGPT specifically designed for teenagers. The chatbot includes a study tool but can still perform a user's homework assignments. A children's safety nonprofit conducted tests and found the chatbot failed to meet safety standards. This has raised concerns about the product's educational use and its safeguards for younger users.

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