The Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP) has filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) urging the agency to investigate OpenAI and suspend its commercial deployment of large language models, including ChatGPT.
CAIDP accuses OpenAI of violating Section 5 of the FTC Act and the agency's guidance for AI products, calling GPT-4 biased, deceptive, and a risk to privacy and public safety.
Key terms:
Federal Trade Commission (FTC): A US government agency responsible for enforcing laws that protect consumers and promote competition.
Section 5 of the FTC Act: A law that prohibits unfair and deceptive business practices.
Center for AI and Digital Policy (CAIDP): A nonprofit research group focused on AI and digital policy issues.