Alphabet, Meta, OpenAI, xAI and Snap face FTC probe over AI chatbot safety for kids
1. FTC is investigating AI chatbots of seven companies including Alphabet. 2. Focus is on potential negative impacts on children and teenagers. 3. Safety evaluation of chatbots acting as companions is being reviewed. 4. OpenAI, Meta, and Snap are also involved in this inquiry. 5. Protecting kids online remains a top priority for the FTC.