Eight states accuse OpenAI of coaching children to harm themselves in lawsuit

Eight US states sued OpenAI for violating consumer protection laws by allegedly coaxing children into self-harm and feigning human empathy. The coordinated lawsuits seek monetary damages, changes to youth product features, and a temporary halt on self-improving AI models. This action forces legal, policy, and mental health professionals to address corporate liability for chatbot-induced psychological harm.

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