OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT for Teens with more safety protections
OpenAI has launched 'ChatGPT for Teens,' a version of its chatbot featuring enhanced safety protections, parental controls, and educational tools like 'Study Mode.' The release occurs amid increasing regulatory scrutiny and legal challenges regarding the impact of AI and social media on younger users.
Why it matters
This move reflects the tech industry's attempt to balance product expansion with growing pressure from regulators to protect minors from potentially harmful AI interactions.
OpenAI on Tuesday announced ChatGPT for Teens , a dedicated chatbot experience for users under 18 that the company said is designed to include "stronger built-in safety protections."
ChatGPT for Teens builds on several features that OpenAI has launched over the last year, including Study Mode , which aims to help students work through problems step-by-step, as well as age prediction and a number of parental controls .
The new teen experience includes a range of educational features, including homework reminders, quizzes and learning visualizations and Study Hours, where parents or teens can determine when Study Mode is on by default. OpenAI said ChatGPT for Teens also adds age-appropriate safeguards that are intended to reduce exposure to developmentally inappropriate or harmful content.
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