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Coalition of states sue OpenAI, alleging it misled users on safety

A group of state attorneys general are suing the artificial intelligence firm OpenAI, accusing the ChatGPT-maker of illegally misleading users over the safety of its chatbot. Eight states filed lawsuits Wednesday, alleging OpenAI pushed forward with development of its AI products, despite knowing its products require safety guardrails. The bipartisan group of state leaders argue OpenAI…

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Source: The Hill

Politics desk: Policy

Published: Oct. 14, 2026 at 05:53 PM ET

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Original source: The Hill