ChatGPT, the artificial intelligence chatbot developed by OpenAI, was recently banned in the country by Italy. In the decision taken by Italy’s regulatory agency GPDP, the illegal use of personal data and the absence of a system to verify the age of minors in ChatGPT were cited as reasons. Now similar bans could come by Germany and other countries.A while ago, it was confirmed by the company that ChatGPT users’ data was breached and sensitive information was revealed. This ban came after that. On the other hand, various European countries, especially those from Germany, have contacted Italy’s regulatory agency. It looks like ChatGPT will be scrutinized in Europe.
ChatGPT may be banned in more European countries
Ulrich Kelber, Germany’s Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information, said that Italy has requested more information from the GPDP about its decision. “In principle, such an action is possible in Germany,” Kelber said of a possible ChatGPT ban. used his words. Regulators in Germany, as well as in France and Ireland, have also contacted the Italian data regulator to review and discuss the findings.A spokesperson for the Irish Data Protection Commission said in a statement: “We are following the case to understand the actions of the Italian regulator and the basis for the decision, and we will coordinate with all EU data protection authorities on this matter.”
The Italian investigation into OpenAI was launched after a cybersecurity breach last week showed people excerpts from other users’ ChatGPT conversations and their financial information. OpenAI was accused of not checking the age of ChatGPT’s users, who must be 13 years or older, and illegally collecting data. Italy also became the first Western country to ban a chatbot powered by artificial intelligence.
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