OpenAI Sued Over Chatbot’s Alleged Role in Charlotte Case
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James Gates, a Charlotte resident, is suing OpenAI in San Francisco Superior Court. His complaint alleges that ChatGPT assisted his wife, Cheryl Gates, in planning and concealing an attempt to poison him. He seeks unspecified damages, alleging physical, emotional and financial harm, according to USA TODAY, which first reported the suit. The complaint alleges that Cheryl used ChatGPT to discuss fears about her marriage and that the chatbot reinforced those concerns and later gave guidance related to harming her husband and avoiding detection. Tech Justice Law, which represents Gates, says the suit brings nine claims against OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, including negligent design and failure to warn. These are allegations in a civil complaint, not findings by a court, as described in the organization’s press release.
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