ChatGPT Creator, OpenAI, Investigated by Authorities in Canada
OpenAI , the creator of the popular AI-powered chatbot ChatGPT , is being investigated by Canadian authorities. The company is under investigation by Canada ’s privacy commissioner for alleged unauthorized gathering and use of personal data. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) stated on April 4, that a complaint from an unidentified person prompted the investigation. Additionally, Philippe Dufresne, the chief privacy commissioner, said his office is closely monitoring AI technology. Moreover, they are trying to ensure Canadians’ privacy rights are adequately safeguarded. The OPC made no other remarks and did not indicate a restriction on Canadians’ access to ChatGPT. Canada’s investigation into ChatGPT and OpenAI comes days after Italy temporarily banned the AI-powered chatbot for similar reasons. However, Matteo Salvini, the deputy prime minister of Italy, was surprised at the decision. Salvini tweeted on April 4 that the restriction was “excessive.” Will ...