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Illustration of a user filing a complaint to the FTC about ChatGPT causing psychological harm
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Several Users Reportedly Complain to FTC That ChatGPT Is Causing Psychological Harm

By , Technology Correspondent In a development that’s sparking intense public debate, several users have reportedly filed complaints with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), claiming that OpenAI’s ChatGPT has caused them psychological harm. The complaints, now drawing attention from mental health experts and policymakers alike, raise serious questions about...
FTC investigating AI chatbots over their impact on teen mental health
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FTC Investigates AI Chatbots After Concerns Teen May Have Used One To End Suicide

There’s a major development as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated an investigation against seven tech giants — OpenAI, Meta, Google’s Alphabet, Snap, xAI, Character.AI, and Instagram — regarding the potential risks of their AI chatbots to children and teenagers. This inquiry follows disturbing stories connecting interactions with AI...