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Introducing ChatGPT for Teens: Built for learning, backed by protections

OpenAI has introduced a version of ChatGPT specifically tailored for users aged 13 to 17, featuring strengthened safety guardrails and additional parental controls. This launch arrives amid intensifying regulatory and public pressure regarding the impact of AI tools on younger demographics. By consolidating youth-focused safeguards into a dedicated mode, OpenAI aims to balance educational utility with the mitigation of potential risks. This move follows similar safety initiatives implemented by other technology platforms to address growing concerns over teen engagement with generative AI.

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