Source: Florida Politics
Summary
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced an investigation into OpenAI, citing concerns over potential harm to minors, national security threats, and a possible connection to a shooting at Florida State University in 2023. The investigation aims to examine the company’s data collection practices, content moderation policies, and potential ties to violent incidents. Uthmeier expressed concerns over the potential risks posed by AI-powered technologies, particularly for children and national security.
Our Reading
The launch follows a familiar script.
Florida’s AG is taking on OpenAI, because that’s what you do when you’re worried about the kids and national security. The investigation will likely find some things to tut-tut about, but it’s hard to imagine it’ll change much. After all, we’ve been here before with social media and video games. Meanwhile, AI-powered technologies continue to advance, because that’s what they do.
Author: Evan Null
