FTC launches investigation into AI chatbots in companies such as Meta, OpenAI
Source: CoinWorld
Time: 2025-09-12 02:11:15
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) investigates seven technology companies (Alphabet, CharacterAI, Instagram, Meta, OpenAI, Snap and xAI) about the safety of artificial intelligence chatbots for minors. The survey focuses on risk assessment, child protection measures, and parental awareness. Recent lawsuits and incidents, including teen suicides related to chatbot interactions, highlight concerns about ineffective safeguards and inappropriate content. Meta has been criticized for allowing romantic AI chats with minors until recent policy adjustments. With the popularity of artificial intelligence applications, FTC’s goal is to balance innovation and user security.