Florida probes OpenAI over ChatGPT's role in shooting

Florida is launching a criminal investigation into OpenAI, examining ChatGPT's alleged role in advising a gunman before a mass shooting at Florida State University. Attorney General James Uthmeier confirmed the probe, citing chat logs that reportedly show ChatGPT providing 'significant advice' on weapon choice and campus strategy. The investigation aims to determine if OpenAI can be held criminally liable for the AI's outputs under Florida's aiding and abetting laws. OpenAI maintains that ChatGPT is not responsible for the tragic events, but Florida officials are exploring potential corporate accountability if the company was aware of dangerous use cases and failed to intervene, prioritizing profits over safety.