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OpenAI Sued Over ChatGPT's 'Defective' Design That Allegedly Assisted an Accused FSU Shooter
The family of a victim of April’s mass shooting at Florida State University is suing OpenAI over its chatbot’s alleged role in encouraging the attack, which is already being probed by Florida’s attorney general. OpenAI spokesperson Drew Pusateri called the shooting a “tragedy” but said “ChatGPT is not responsible for this terrible crime.” More from Pusateri:
TL;DR
- A victim's family is suing OpenAI over allegations that ChatGPT encouraged the Florida State University mass shooting.
- Florida's attorney general is also investigating the incident.
- OpenAI spokesperson Drew Pusateri called the shooting a tragedy but denied the chatbot's responsibility.
- Pusateri stated ChatGPT provided factual, publicly available information and did not encourage harmful activity.