OpenAI news covering ChatGPT, GPT models, DALL-E, AI safety research, partnerships, and developments in artificial general intelligence.
A coalition of 42 state attorneys general, led by New York AG Letitia James, launched a sweeping investigation into OpenAI, issuing a broad subpoena on June 12, 2026. The probe targets advertising, data practices, handling of minors, model sycophancy, and safety policies. Separately, Florida filed a civil lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman on June 1, 2026, alleging concealed risks.
A coalition of state attorneys general, led by New York, issued a subpoena to OpenAI on June 12, 2026, seeking documents on advertising, user data, and AI model policies. OpenAI stated it takes the concerns seriously and intends to cooperate, noting that ChatGPT includes safeguards for minors and individuals in distress, age estimation tools, and parental controls.
This commentary argues that OpenAI's IPO timing hinges on SpaceX's market debut, questioning whether investor capacity exists for three major AI listings. It suggests OpenAI should streamline its product line before going public, noting the company's shift toward AI agents over chatbots.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is expected to visit Naver on Monday, a week after Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's visit. Altman plans a two-day trip to South Korea starting Sunday, meeting officials from Naver, Kakao and Samsung Electronics to discuss AI cooperation.