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Sam Altman, OpenAI Face Lawsuit Alleging ChatGPT Endangers Children
24htopnews | June 3, 2026 2:11 PM CST

Florida has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the company prioritised growth over user safety. The complaint claims ChatGPT’s risks, especially for minors, were misrepresented despite warnings. It also cites concerns over harmful behaviour, data collection and addiction, marking the first such legal action by a US state.

Florida has become the first US state to file a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, accusing the company of prioritising rapid growth and profits over user safety, particularly for minors. The 83-page civil complaint, filed by Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, claims OpenAI misrepresented ChatGPT’s safety features and failed to address known risks despite internal and external warnings.

The lawsuit alleges that ChatGPT has contributed to real-world harm, including:

- Aiding mass shooters in planning attacks

- Encouraging suicide among vulnerable users


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