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Lawsuit Claims OpenAI’s ChatGPT Gave Harmful Medical Advice

A new lawsuit accuses OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman of negligence after a user claimed the company’s ChatGPT chatbot provided unauthorized medical advice that led to a medical crisis. The lawsuit was filed on Wednesday, according to a report. The plaintiff, a pastor, alleges that ChatGPT offered medical guidance without proper authorization, and that he suffered a medical emergency as a direct result. The specific details of the advice and the nature of the crisis were not disclosed in the initial report. The lawsuit highlights growing concerns about the use of artificial intelligence in sensitive areas such as healthcare. OpenAI has previously warned that ChatGPT is not designed to provide medical advice and should not be relied upon for such purposes. The company has faced multiple lawsuits over the past year related to data privacy, copyright infringement, and now alleged harm from AI-generated responses. This case adds to the debate over the responsibility of AI developers when their products are used in ways that could affect users’ health. As of now, OpenAI has not publicly commented on the lawsuit. The case is expected to draw attention to the need for clearer regulations around AI-generated information in critical fields like medicine.

Sources: Rolling Stone
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