AI and social media companies have recently faced intense scrutiny regarding the operation of their technology, particularly as it pertains to younger users. Parents and regulators accuse firms, such as Meta, of deliberately designing products that are addictive to children. Additionally, the artificial intelligence developer OpenAI is currently dealing with dozens of lawsuits alleging its ChatGPT bot lacks sufficient safety guardrails.
Further concerns have emerged in recent weeks as employees from the biggest AI companies revealed their employers are now more focused on competing with rivals. This shift in priority means companies are less concerned with building their artificial intelligence models safely. These developments highlight increasing allegations about the design and impact of technology on children.