Did Sam Altman put profits before safety? 8 US states sue OpenAI over ChatGPT risks

Eight US states have sued OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT poses risks to children and vulnerable users and that the company misled consumers about its safety. The lawsuits seek civil penalties, stronger safeguards and other court-ordered changes, including action on minors' data.
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- Section
- Science
- Topics
- AI & gadgets
- First reported by
- Mint
- Reporter
- pragya singha roy
- Published
- Thursday, 15 October 2026, 9:29 am IST
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- One outlet so far
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