Kids groups say they didn't know OpenAI was behind their child safety coalition
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- OpenAI funded the Parents & Kids Safe AI Coalition, but many child safety groups were unaware of its involvement.
- The coalition asked nonprofits to endorse policy principles mirroring OpenAI's legislative proposals, with some emails omitting OpenAI's role.
- Some coalition members withdrew upon learning of OpenAI's backing, criticizing the lack of transparency as misleading.
- OpenAI and Common Sense Media collaborated on a ballot initiative, with OpenAI contributing $10 million and forming a PAC.
- The coalition's website and announcements often did not disclose OpenAI's involvement, leading to accusations of astroturfing.
- OpenAI faces lawsuits and regulatory pressure over child safety, and has opposed or countered stricter AI regulations in California.
- Legislative efforts inspired by the coalition's principles are underway, but some lawmakers deny direct engagement with the coalition.