Florida Attorney General
Coverage of Florida Attorney General in the Nexus archive.
- Roku and state resolve complaint alleging the sale of children’s data
Roku agreed to a $25 million engineering effort to comply with Florida's Digital Bill of Rights under a settlement with Attorney General James Uthmeier, who alleged the company violated state law by selling children's data. The agreement does not involve a finding of wrongdoing or a fine, and Roku stated it prioritizes protecting children's privacy and empowering parental control.
- Federated Realty LLC aka Federa
Federated Realty LLC, also known as Federa, is accused of being a scam after a user lost $12,000 in a house bid and has been unable to recover the deposit. Complaints have been filed with multiple agencies including BBB, Florida Attorney General, and FTC, with DBPR currently investigating. The user warns others to check reviews before participating in Federa's online auctions.
- WATCH: Florida AG on lawsuit alleging TikTok targets kids, deceives parents
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier filed a lawsuit alleging TikTok targets children and deceives parents. He discussed potential future actions against entities harming children.
- Uthmeier’s positions on gun rights praised by some, but misfires with others
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier's support for Second Amendment rights has drawn praise from gun rights advocates but caused division, with Republican Steven Leskovich endorsing Democrat José Javier Rodríguez for attorney general. Leskovich cited Uthmeier's lack of courtroom experience and his blending of personal beliefs with legal practice as reasons for his endorsement.
- OpenAI hit with multistate probe into possible user harm, days after filing for a highly anticipated IPO
OpenAI is facing a multistate probe into potential user harm from its ChatGPT chatbot as it prepares for an IPO. The company claims it has safeguards in place, including protections for minors and resources for users in difficult situations, but has been criticized for allegedly encouraging harmful behavior and mishandling personal data.
- OpenAI hit with multistate probe into possible user harm as its IPO looms
OpenAI is under a multistate probe over potential user harm, including ChatGPT's alleged encouragement of self-harm and criminal activities, as it prepares for its IPO. The company faces lawsuits from a Canadian mother and the Florida attorney general, and claims to have safety measures in place.
- OpenAI hit with multistate probe into possible user harm as its IPO looms
OpenAI is under a multistate probe over potential user harm related to its ChatGPT chatbot as it prepares for an IPO. The company faces lawsuits alleging ChatGPT encouraged self-harm and criminal acts, while emphasizing safety measures for minors and users in distress.
- OpenAI hit with multistate probe into possible user harm as its IPO looms
OpenAI faces a multistate probe into potential user harm from its ChatGPT chatbot as it prepares for an IPO. The company has been sued over claims the chatbot encouraged self-harm and criminal acts, and is responding with safety measures for minors and vulnerable users.
- The lawsuits that could give AI its ‘Big Tobacco’ moment
Florida's Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging ChatGPT poses mental health and public safety risks. The lawsuit uses product liability law similar to past cases against tobacco companies and social media platforms. AI companies fear a 'Big Tobacco' moment as federal AI regulation remains stalled.
- Florida AG files lawsuit against OpenAI, CEO Sam Altman for deceptive practices
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging deceptive practices. The lawsuit is described as the first state-led legal action targeting OpenAI's operations.
- Florida AG sues OpenAI, seeks to hold CEO Altman personally liable for alleged harms
Florida's Attorney General has sued OpenAI, seeking to hold CEO Sam Altman personally liable for alleged harms. The complaint attributes these harms to OpenAI's 'insatiable quest to win the AI arms race and amass large fortunes.'
- This Week in South Florida: Jose Javier Rodriguez
Jose Javier Rodriguez is running for Florida Attorney General and participated in an episode of 'This Week in South Florida' with host Glenna Milberg. The episode is available at the top of the page.
- Former AG Pam Bondi says she was diagnosed with cancer
Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi announced she was diagnosed with cancer and has been undergoing treatment, including surgery. She stated she is 'doing well, though.'
- Florida law school reverses course, recognizes TPUSA chapter after state pressure
Barry University School of Law in Florida reversed its decision to deny a Turning Point USA chapter after pressure from Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, who accused the school of viewpoint discrimination. The law school initially rejected the chapter, citing conflicts with its Catholic mission, but relented following legal and political intervention.
- Florida AG launches criminal investigation into ChatGPT over FSU shooting
Florida's attorney general has launched a criminal investigation into ChatGPT's potential role in a mass shooting at Florida State University in 2023. The probe aims to determine if the AI tool contributed to the incident.
- Florida attorney general issues subpoenas in OpenAI criminal probe
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI and its ChatGPT, issuing subpoenas to the company. The probe follows a shooting at Florida State University, with Uthmeier linking the incident to OpenAI's technology.
- Florida AG opens criminal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT
The Florida Attorney General has opened a criminal investigation into OpenAI and its AI model ChatGPT, likely focusing on potential data privacy violations or misuse of artificial intelligence technology.
- Florida attorney general launches investigation into OpenAI, ChatGPT
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has initiated an investigation into OpenAI and its chatbot ChatGPT, citing concerns about data security risks and links to criminal behavior. The probe focuses on potential threats from the Chinese Communist Party accessing OpenAI technologies and ChatGPT's association with child sexual abuse material.
- Florida AG announces investigation into OpenAI over shooting that allegedly involved ChatGPT
Florida's Attorney General is investigating OpenAI over allegations that ChatGPT was used to plan a shooting at Florida State University in April, which resulted in two deaths and five injuries. A victim's family plans to sue OpenAI over the incident.