State Lawsuits Target OpenAI Safety
Multiple US states have initiated legal actions against OpenAI, citing safety risks to children and deceptive business practices. The latest development involves Texas joining the growing wave of state-level lawsuits challenging the company's operations.
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Texas AG Paxton sues OpenAI and Altman over ChatGPT safety claims
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman in Collin County district court. The complaint, filed on October 23, 2026, alleges that OpenAI marketed…
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Eight US states sue OpenAI over ChatGPT safety risks to children
Eight US states—Iowa, Kansas, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, and West Virginia—have filed joint lawsuits against OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT provides dangerous medical advice,…
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