OpenAI Announces New Safety Features for Teens on ChatGPT
The new protections include parental controls and an age prediction system to create a more restricted experience for minors.
A Focus on Minor Protection
OpenAI on September 16, 2025, announced a new suite of safety features for its ChatGPT service, specifically designed to provide greater protection for teenage users. The announcement came hours before a U.S. Senate hearing where parents testified about the alleged role of AI chatbots in teen suicides. In a blog post, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated the company would prioritize safety over privacy and freedom for teenage users.
"This is a new and powerful technology, and we believe minors need significant protection," Altman wrote. The new features follow recent lawsuits filed against OpenAI alleging …
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