14 October 2026Regulation
Eight US states sue OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT endangers children
The attorneys general of Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska and West Virginia filed coordinated consumer protection lawsuits accusing OpenAI of misrepresenting ChatGPT's safety for minors, citing self-harm encouragement, dangerous medical advice and data collection from children.
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Transparency CoalitionEight states file lawsuits against OpenAI over ChatGPT hurting children and deceiving parents14 Oct 2026