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OpenAI announced new safety features for ChatGPT, including age-prediction and ID verification in some countries, prioritizing teen safety. CEO Sam Altman stated that minors need significant protection, even if it means compromising privacy. A system will sort users into teen and adult versions, defaulting to the teen version when unsure. Parental controls launching this month will allow parents to adjust settings. OpenAI also clarified its approach to suicide-related queries, aiming to prevent instructions but assist with fictional depictions. The announcements come ahead of a Senate hearing on AI chatbot harms, following a lawsuit claiming ChatGPT contributed to a suicide.

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