Florida AG Launches Investigation into OpenAI Over Safety and Security Concerns

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:31:00 +0200

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced an investigation into OpenAI, citing concerns about potential harm to minors, national security risks, and a possible connection to a fatal shooting at Florida State University (FSU) last year. The AG claimed that on the day of the FSU shooting, the suspect allegedly queried ChatGPT for information about the busiest times at the FSU student union, which could become evidence in the upcoming trial. Uthmeier also expressed concern about instances where ChatGPT may encourage harmful behavior, including suicide, and warned that foreign actors could exploit AI technology. OpenAI responded by emphasizing its commitment to safety, ongoing improvements to ChatGPT, and cooperation with the investigation. The company recently released its Child Safety Blueprint, which recommends legislative updates, better reporting processes to law enforcement, and safeguards against abusive uses of AI. The report follows rising concerns about AI-generated child