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Florida Sues OpenAI and Sam Altman Over Chatbot Safety Concerns

Florida filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, alleging they concealed serious safety risks with ChatGPT. The lawsuit claims OpenAI prioritized growth over safety, failing to implement safeguards for minors and contributing to harm, including self-harm and criminal planning. Florida is the first U.S. state to sue OpenAI over alleged harms of ChatGPT.

Florida’s attorney general, James Uthmeier, led the lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman, accusing them of aggressively marketing ChatGPT while ignoring safety warnings and possible dangers. The 83-page suit alleges that OpenAI concealed serious risks, particularly to children, and that the company’s actions contributed to harmful outcomes. OpenAI disputes these allegations, stating it has implemented safety measures to mitigate risks.

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IndependentTimes of IndiaJun 2, 07:56 AM
Did ChatGPT put children at risk? Why Florida has sued OpenAI and Sam Altman

Florida has sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging they knowingly marketed ChatGPT despite risks to children and the public. The lawsuit claims the company prioritized growth over safety, failing to implement safeguards for minors and contributing to harm, including self-harm and criminal planning. OpenAI disputes these allegations, citing its safety measures.

IndependentThe GuardianJun 2, 01:51 AM
Florida lawsuit accuses OpenAI of ignoring safety warnings and putting children at risk

State sues maker of ChatGPT and CEO Sam Altman, alleging company ‘allowed a dangerous product to reach millions’ Florida filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, and its CEO, Sam Altman, on Monday alleging that the company concealed serious safety risks with its chatbot. Florida is the first state in the US to sue the artificial intelligence company. The 83-page suit was brought by Florida’s attorney general, James Uthmeier, and alleges that OpenAI “aggressively marketed” ChatGPT to the public while ignoring safety warnings and possible dangers of the product. Continue reading...

IndependentWashington PostJun 1, 10:01 PM
Florida sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming company concealed serious risks of ChatGPT - The Washington Post

Florida sues OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, claiming company concealed serious risks of ChatGPT  The Washington Post

IndependentWashington PostJun 1, 08:57 PM
Florida lawsuit accuses OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman of endangering children - The Washington Post

Florida lawsuit accuses OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman of endangering children  The Washington Post

StateAnadolu AgencyJun 1, 08:27 PM
Florida becomes first US state to sue OpenAI over alleged ChatGPT harms - Anadolu Ajansı

Florida becomes first US state to sue OpenAI over alleged ChatGPT harms  Anadolu Ajansı

IndependentBloombergJun 1, 08:03 PM
Florida Sues OpenAI, Sam Altman Over Chatbot Safety Concerns - Bloomberg.com

Florida Sues OpenAI, Sam Altman Over Chatbot Safety Concerns  Bloomberg.com