US EditionThe Looming Crackdown on AI Companionship
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US FTC launches inquiry into AI chatbots acting as ‘companion’
FTC investigates AI chatbots' effects on children while facing changes under Trump's influence, signaling a shift in regulatory priorities. The post US FTC launches inquiry into AI chatbots acting as ‘companion’ appeared first on CoinGeek.
AI Chatbot Effects on Youth Being Investigated by FTC
Federal regulators have asked OpenAI, Meta, Google and others what steps they’re taking to monitor AI chatbot risks to children and teens. A fact-finding inquiry has been initiated to help federal regulators determine what kinds of dangers, if any, artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots may pose to American youth. According to a resolution (PDF) issued by the …
A U.S. regulator is investigating seven technology companies over how their artificial intelligence-based chatbots work and how they affect children. The issue is becoming increasingly heated, with many experts saying children are particularly vulnerable to systems that can mimic human conversation and emotions. These chatbots often appear as friends to children.
FTC launches AI chatbot safety investigation
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is conducting a thorough examination of the rapidly growing AI chatbot industry, launching an official investigation into several major tech and social media companies. Prompted by growing concern and lawsuits alleging serious harm to minors, the inquiry is focused on chatbots that act as “companions” and their potential negative effects on children and teenagers. As these AI tools become increasingly common fo…
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