A bipartisan group of state attorneys general is investigating OpenAI over concerns that the company's artificial intelligence products may harm consumers, according to multiple reports. The probe comes as OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, moves closer to an initial public offering (IPO).
The investigation focuses on whether OpenAI's practices violate consumer protection laws, including issues related to data privacy, misinformation, and the potential for AI-generated content to cause financial or emotional harm. The attorneys general are seeking information on how OpenAI collects and uses data, as well as the safeguards in place to prevent misuse.
OpenAI has stated that it is cooperating with the inquiry and remains committed to safety and transparency. The company has previously faced scrutiny from regulators in the US and Europe over its AI models.
The outcome of the multistate probe could have significant implications for OpenAI's IPO plans and the broader AI industry, as regulators worldwide grapple with how to oversee rapidly advancing technology.
