A lot of people thought that talking to the AI might have had something to do with the sad event, but OpenAI has strongly denied that ChatGPT had anything to do with the death of a teenager.In response to the claim, the company put out a long statement that stressed its commitment to making AI safe and fair.
The scandal has made people even more curious about what tech companies should do and how AI should be used in sensitive mental health situations.
The OpenAI blog says that one of its goals is to "handle court cases related to mental health with care, openness, and respect."The group made it clear that they are always working to make safety features, content moderation rules, and guardrails better so that users can be safe and get the help they need.
OpenAI also said that when there are questions about how its technologies are used, the company works closely with the government.
People still can't agree on what AI should do to help with mental health
People are much more careful now about how AI systems treat people who are upset or angry.Mental health professionals say that AI can only help in general and can't take the place of professional care.OpenAI's safety messages make it clear that people should get help from trained professionals.
The company makes it clear that their technology is not meant to be used to give medical or mental health advice.
OpenAI Wants Smart Talk While the Investigation Is Still Going On
OpenAI has asked people and governments to have smart conversations about AI safety, using facts instead of making claims without proof.The company says it is still committed to making AI systems safer and making sure that people all over the world use them safely.
There may be more updates as research into the law and technology goes on.
