OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sparked a fresh wave of public debate after announcing that the company would loosen restrictions on adult content, including erotica, for verified adult users. The policy shift, aimed at expanding creative freedom on ChatGPT, has ignited strong reactions from advocacy groups and regulators concerned about user protection and ethical responsibility.

The move comes amid growing regulatory scrutiny, including an FTC investigation into the effects of AI chatbots on minors and a wrongful death lawsuit alleging that ChatGPT contributed to a teenager’s suicide. These developments have placed OpenAI’s safety measures under intense examination, especially regarding how the platform protects vulnerable users.

Responding to mounting criticism, Altman stated that OpenAI is

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