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noyb files complaint with Austrian DPA over OpenAI's ChatGPT inaccurate personal data

noyb filed a complaint with the Austrian Data Protection Authority alleging that OpenAI cannot correct inaccurate personal data generated by ChatGPT, violating GDPR Articles 5, 15 and 16. The complaint seeks an investigation, compliance with the complainant’s access request, and a fine for future compliance. It highlights the challenge of ensuring accuracy and transparency in large language models under EU law.

Why it matters: The complaint challenges OpenAI's compliance with EU data‑protection rules on accuracy, access and rectification of personal data.

Summary generated from the sources below. Check the primary source before relying on it; this is not legal advice.

Sources
ChatGPT provides false information about people, and OpenAI can’t correct it
noyb · primary source · Apr 29, 2024
ChatGPT provides false information about people, and OpenAI can’t correct it
noyb · Apr 29, 2024
Details
JurisdictionAustria
RegulatorAustrian Data Protection Authority (DSB)
LawGeneral Data Protection Regulation
StatusFiled
PublishedApril 29, 2024
Effectivenot stated
OrganisationsOpenAI, ChatGPT, noyb
Topicstransparency, access, correction, privacy, ai governance, deletion
Datapersonal