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OpenAI faced dual legal pressure Thursday: eight states filed suit alleging ChatGPT harmed children and that the company misled users about safety, while the company separately disclosed that a departing employee transferred over 100 files on an unreleased product to personal accounts before moving to Apple. Tesla unveiled the Roadster again, and Nvidia expanded its European spending.

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Eight states sue OpenAI, saying ChatGPT isn't safe for kids

A new wave of state attorneys general alleges ChatGPT harmed children and that OpenAI misled customers about its safety, with Arkansas's 73-page complaint among the filings. (The Verge)

OpenAI says ex-employee took device files before returning to Apple

More than 100 files on an unreleased OpenAI product went to personal accounts before the employee moved to Apple. (The Next Web)

Gulf Oil Is Still Flowing Despite a Surge in Attacks on Ships (paywall)

Tankers continue crossing the Strait of Hormuz, but transportation costs have skyrocketed. (NYT)

“Told users ChatGPT was safe while it knew of serious risks.” — Arkansas AG Tim Griffin's allegation against OpenAI, via The Next Web

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Tesla Debuts 2026 Roadster, an EV Sports Car at Least $200,000 (paywall)

Tesla joins Jaguar and Bentley in selling expensive electric cars to buyers who traditionally prefer expensive cars with engines. (NYT)