Published May 7, 2026 at 8:20 PM
TechCrunch
May 8, 2026, 6:00 AM
OpenAI introduces new ‘Trusted Contact’ safeguard for cases of possible self-harm

The company is expanding its efforts to protect ChatGPT users in cases where conversations may turn to self-harm.
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