Regulatory Actions and Responses
's data protection authority, Garante, fined 15 million euros for processing personal data without adequate legal basis for ChatGPT training, violating transparency principles.
OpenAI criticized the fine as "disproportionate," planning to appeal, while emphasizing its commitment to privacy and collaboration with global authorities.
Additional Findings and Global Context
The investigation revealed OpenAI's lack of an adequate age verification system, exposing users under 13 to inappropriate content.
This scrutiny of OpenAI is part of broader global regulatory efforts, including the EU's AI Act, to address AI system risks and ensure compliance with privacy laws.