Florida probes OpenAI over safety, security risks

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has initiated an investigation into OpenAI, citing concerns over public safety and national security. Uthmeier expressed worries that OpenAI's technology could be exploited by adversaries like the Chinese Communist Party. The investigation also examines allegations that ChatGPT has been linked to criminal activities, including child sexual abuse material and the encouragement of self-harm. Furthermore, the AI chatbot is being scrutinized for its potential role in assisting a suspect in a recent Florida State University shooting.