OpenAI introduces parental controls to ChatGPT amid child safety scrutiny
( September 29, 2025, 15:15 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: OpenAI has introduced child safety controls allowing parents to link their accounts to those of their children and set limits such as quiet hours and image generation on ChatGPT. Linked teen accounts will have reduced exposure to graphic content and viral challenges, the company said Monday. Parents may also receive alerts if ChatGPT detects signs of acute distress, including self-harm conversations.Statement follows....
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