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OpenAI CEO Warns: ChatGPT Lacks Legal Privilege Protections

7/28/2025

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sparked concern among lawyers by revealing that ChatGPT does not offer legal privilege or confidentiality protections. He cautioned users against sharing sensitive information, emphasizing the importance of enterprise-grade services for data security. While data can be subpoenaed, it remains inaccessible if chat history is disabled.

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has sparked concern among lawyers by revealing that ChatGPT does not offer legal privilege or confidentiality protections. He cautioned users against sharing sensitive information, emphasizing the importance of enterprise-grade services for data security. While data can be subpoenaed, it remains inaccessible if chat history is disabled.