OpenAI is introducing new parental controls in ChatGPT, allowing parents to connect accounts, disable features like memory, and monitor teen interactions. The company is also testing a system that detects “sensitive” conversations and automatically routes them to GPT-5, which has tighter safeguards for topics like self-harm and mental health.

This follows increased scrutiny after lawsuits alleging chatbots contributed to harmful outcomes. The controls include features to flag concerning behavior and send alerts to guardians, aiming to provide a safer and more age-appropriate AI experience.

Why this matters: With AI assistants deeply integrated into student and teen life, safety is now a core expectation. OpenAI’s move is a trust-building strategy and sets a benchmark for competitors.

Source: Al Jazeera – “OpenAI announces parental controls for ChatGPT after teen’s suicide”
(Details how OpenAI is rolling out safety features for teen users of ChatGPT.)