PolicyJun 13, 2026, 08:29 AM· United States
OpenAI says it's engaging 'constructively' with state AGs about concerns
Summary
The Wall Street Journal reported that a coalition of state attorneys general has opened an investigation into OpenAI. OpenAI responded that it is engaging constructively with the state AGs on the concerns, without disclosing specifics. The probe may involve consumer protection and data privacy issues.
Why it matters
This event indicates that OpenAI faces joint scrutiny from multiple US state regulators, potentially impacting its operational compliance.
Source links
- https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/12/openai-says-its-engaging-constructively-with-state-ags-.html
- https://www.reuters.com/business/openai-under-investigation-by-coalition-state-attorneys-general-wsj-reports-2026-06-12/
- https://www.engadget.com/2193666/openai-investigation-state-attorneys-general/
- https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/13/openai-faces-investigation-from-state-attorneys-general/
- https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/openai-hit-with-sweeping-probe-from-massive-coalition-of-42-us-state-attorneys-general-just-days-after-reported-ipo-filing-subpoena-targets-chatgpt-makers-ads-data-practices-handling-of-minors-model-sycophancy-and-safety-policies
Market reaction
OpenAI
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