OpenAI Launches ChatGPT for Teens With Stronger Safeguards
OpenAI launched ChatGPT for Teens, a version with default safety protections, learning tools and parental controls, automatically applied to users it identifies as under 18.
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OpenAI launched ChatGPT for Teens, a version with default safety protections, learning tools and parental controls, automatically applied to users it identifies as under 18.
Meta is expanding its AI-driven age detection systems and Teen Account protections across Instagram and Facebook to better identify underage users and enforce safety measures. The move broadens geographic coverage and adds new visual analysis tools.
OpenAI outlined how ChatGPT detects and responds to potential threats of violence, including escalation to human reviewers and law enforcement. The update follows growing scrutiny of AI safety practices.
Families of victims in a Canadian school shooting have sued OpenAI, alleging it failed to alert authorities about warning signs in ChatGPT conversations. The case raises questions about AI oversight and duty of care.
Google is adding new mental health features to Gemini, including crisis detection tools and direct hotline access. The company is also committing $30 million to expand global support services.
OpenAI now uses age prediction to adjust ChatGPT’s safety settings for teens. Users 18 and older can verify their age to disable extra restrictions.
Character.AI is phasing out open-ended chat access for users under 18 after reports linking its chatbot platform to teen mental health crises and safety risks.