Texas lawsuit against OpenAI could be a template for states to litigate AI safety
LuizaJarovsky · x · 2026-10-26
AI policy researcher Luiza Jarovsky analyzes Texas' new lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman under the state's Deceptive Trade Practices Act, arguing it could serve as a template for other states and countries.
- Core allegations: OpenAI engaged in false, misleading, and deceptive practices
- Failing to warn of ChatGPT's dangers
- Designing a dangerous product easily accessible to children without parental consent
- Harmful content (eating disorders, self-harm, mass violence tips) readily available
- Notably, ChatGPT's site still claims "Built with safety in mind" — a stark contrast to the allegations
Related event: Eight US States Sue OpenAI Over Misleading ChatGPT Safety Claims(3 posts)→
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