# Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched a probe into OpenAI and its chatbot, ChatGPT.

*fintech · news · 2026-04-09 · Digital Trends*

## Key points

- Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched a formal investigation into OpenAI and ChatGPT.
- The probe focuses on national security risks, data handling, and potential real-world harm from ChatGPT.
- Subpoenas are expected, signaling a formal escalation beyond preliminary inquiries or online criticism.
- The investigation coincides with OpenAI's rumored IPO plans, potentially affecting investor confidence and timing.

**Companies:** OpenAI
**Countries:** United States

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