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Advocacy group flags safety risks for teens using ChatGPT

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An advocacy group, Common Sense Media, has urged OpenAI to restrict teen access to ChatGPT, citing significant safety concerns. Their testing indicated that the platform is unreliable in recognizing when a teen requires crisis intervention and can be circumvented, particularly regarding parental controls and age verification. OpenAI disputes these findings, questioning the methodology and stating that their safeguards are designed with flexibility and multiple assessment signals, rather than absolute restrictions. AI

IMPACT Highlights potential risks and ongoing debates surrounding AI safety for younger users, influencing future platform development and policy.

RANK_REASON Article discusses findings from an advocacy group about an existing product, rather than a new release or core research.

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Advocacy group flags safety risks for teens using ChatGPT

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Ina Fried ·

    "Not safe for kids": advocacy group urges OpenAI to keep teens off ChatGPT

    <p>Common Sense Media is urging OpenAI to keep teens off ChatGPT, saying its <a href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/18/openai-chatgpt-for-teens" target="_blank">new teen experience</a> poses an "Unacceptable Risk" after extensive testing found shortcomings in safeguards meant to …

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