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AI therapy lacks legal protection, says OpenAI CEO

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has cautioned users against relying on ChatGPT for emotional support or counseling, emphasizing that such conversations are not legally protected.

Speaking on the podcast This Past Weekend with Theo Von, Altman explained that while many—especially younger users—turn to ChatGPT for personal and mental health advice, they may not realize the potential privacy risks involved.

He clarified that ChatGPT does not offer the same confidentiality or support as licensed therapists, doctors, or lawyers.

“People talk about the most personal stuff in their lives to ChatGPT,” Sam Altman said. “We haven’t figured that out yet for when you talk to ChatGPT”.

The CEO’s remarks come in the face of rising anxieties due to ChatGPT therapy privacy and AI tools for mental health support, with experts warning that users should carefully review privacy policies before sharing sensitive information.

Unlike the platforms that don’t use encryption, such as WhatsApp or Signal, ChatGPT conversations can be retrieved by OpenAI and may be communicated in legal proceedings.

Sam Altman also expressed the urgent need for a legal structure that protects users’ data when interacting with AI systems.

“I think we should have the same concept of privacy for your conversations with AI that we do with a therapist,” he added.

As AI continues to participate in daily life, this warning serves as a critical reminder: ChatGPT therapy privacy is not guaranteed.

Users are advised to seek professional help for serious emotional or psychological concerns and avoid oversharing with ChatGPT’s emotional services or AI platforms.

Google is set to permit children under the age of 13 to access its Gemini chatbot from next week via the Family Link service..

According to a report, this move will apply to youngsters who have parent-managed Google accounts via the Family Link service.

Family Link is a tool that enables parents to control their children’s access to various Google services.

Through this platform, parents can now opt to allow their children to interact with the Gemini chatbot.

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