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OpenAI faces multistate probe over user harm amid IPO preparations

OpenAI is facing a multistate investigation into potential user harm from its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, just days after filing for an IPO. The probe, led by several state attorneys general, focuses on allegations that the chatbot has provided harmful advice, including encouraging dangerous activities and mishandling sensitive user data. OpenAI has stated it will cooperate constructively with the inquiry, emphasizing its commitment to responsible AI development and existing safety measures for users, particularly minors. AI

IMPACT Confirms growing regulatory scrutiny on AI safety and data privacy, potentially impacting future AI product development and market access.

RANK_REASON Multistate regulatory probe into a major AI company's product safety. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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OpenAI faces multistate probe over user harm amid IPO preparations

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Bernard Condon, The Associated Press ·

    OpenAI hit with multistate probe into possible user harm, days after filing for a highly anticipated IPO

    “AI is a new and powerful technology, and we work every day to safely bring its benefits to people in a responsible way," OpenAI said.