Answered on : 2024-07-18
1. Canadian privacy regulators have initiated a joint investigation into OpenAI, specifically focusing on the data collection and usage practices of ChatGPT, which is a product of OpenAI [1].
2. The investigation aims to determine if OpenAI obtained valid and meaningful consent from ChatGPT users in Canada for sharing their information [2].
3. This probe was triggered following a complaint, leading to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada launching an investigation into OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT [4].
4. The federal privacy regulator in Canada will also examine whether OpenAI has obtained proper consent for the personal information of Canadian residents, as part of the investigation [5].
5. The investigation seeks to ensure that OpenAI's data practices align with privacy regulations and that users' information is handled appropriately [7].
The investigation into OpenAI in Canada revolves around assessing the company's compliance with privacy laws, particularly concerning the data collection and consent practices related to ChatGPT users in the country.