US EditionAlphabet, Meta, OpenAI, xAI and Snap face FTC probe over AI chatbot safety for kids
- The Federal Trade Commission launched an investigation on Thursday into how Alphabet, Meta, OpenAI, xAI, Snap and others safeguard children from risks posed by AI chatbots.
- The investigation follows growing scrutiny of AI chatbots, partly sparked by reports of chatbots engaging in concerning conversations with children and potential psychological harm.
- The FTC issued orders requiring these companies to provide special reports within 45 days detailing how they monitor, limit usage, advertise, and ensure legal compliance to protect young users.
- FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson highlighted the necessity of examining how chatbots impact children as artificial intelligence advances, stressing the agency’s commitment to ensuring the U.S. remains a safe and leading force in this emerging sector.
- This probe may lead to increased regulatory oversight and changes in company policies to better protect children from harmful interactions with AI chatbots.
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The US regulator, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), is launching a major investigation into the world of AI friends. Several major tech companies offering chatbots will be required to explain in detail how the systems work, how they generate revenue, and what they do to protect children.
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