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How ChatGPT betrays vulnerable teens by encouraging dangerous behavior
CCDH's new research shows that ChatGPT is betraying young people by generating dangerous advice about self-harm and suicide, eating disorders and substance abuse.
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CCDH's new research shows that ChatGPT is betraying young people by generating dangerous advice about self-harm and suicide, eating disorders and substance abuse.
CCDH’s in-depth analysis of Meta’s recently announced policy changes shows that the company could stop 97% of its content enforcement in key policy areas, notably hate speech.
New research by CCDH shows that YouTube pushes dangerous videos to young girls including eating disorder and self-harm content.
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On December 23, 2025, the U.S. State Department put out a shocking press release that announced sanctions against CCDH CEO Imran Ahmed for his work fighting for safer online spaces, threatening him with deportation. In accompanying social media posts, […]
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How can collective action and legislation address the dangers of online hate and misinformation? CCDH's STAR Framework draws on the most important elements for achieving this: Safety by Design, Transparency, Accountability and Responsibility.