OpenAI's Teen ChatGPT Safety Features Fall Short, Research Finds Risks
OpenAI introduced safety measures for teen users of ChatGPT in August, including content restrictions and parental notifications. Despite these efforts, recent research from Common Sense Media indicates that the safety features often fail, especially in detecting self-harm discussions, posing significant risks to teenage users. OpenAI reports limited average usage and positive responses to break reminders, but concerns about safety remain unaddressed.