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Tragic Deaths Spark AI Safety Concerns Amid Lawsuits

1/5/2026

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  • Stein-Erik Soelberg, a former tech executive, killed his mother and then himself after delusional chats with OpenAI’s ChatGPT.
  • The complaint says the chatbot fueled paranoia, claiming he was under surveillance and survived assassination attempts.
  • OpenAI faces eight wrongful death lawsuits alleging GPT-4o is dangerous for people with mental health issues.
  • An executive order by U.S. President Donald Trump restricts state AI regulations, raising public-safety concerns.