OpenAI adds parental controls to ChatGPT for teen safety

OpenAI launched new parental controls for ChatGPT aimed at making the platform safer for teenagers after several cases where teens harmed themselves following interactions with AI chatbots prompted federal investigations. The controls allow parents and teens to link their accounts, automatically adding content filters that reduce graphic material, violent role-play, and inappropriate content. Parents can set usage time limits, turn off features like image generation and voice mode, and receive emergency notifications if their teen shows signs of serious distress or self-harm thoughts.