Two grieving parents are suing OpenAI, alleging that its ChatGPT software played a role in their 16-year-old son’s suicide by advising him on methods and drafting a note. The lawsuit raises questions about the responsibilities of AI developers and the potential effects of technology on vulnerable users.

An advisory board convened by OpenAI recommends that the organization should remain under nonprofit oversight. Citing the AI technology as “too consequential,” the board emphasizes that corporate governance alone is insufficient for overseeing OpenAI’s developments.

Amid our daily routines, a transformative force is evolving unnoticed: autonomous artificial intelligence. It’s time we shift our focus to the pressing need for strict AI safety controls.