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B.C. government sues OpenAI over Tumbler Ridge mass shooting

Attorney General Niki Sharma announced Tuesday the province has hired lawyers to pursue legal action against the tech giant.

· 1 min read · HOC Vancouver Desk
B.C. government sues OpenAI over Tumbler Ridge mass shooting
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The B.C. government is pursuing legal action against OpenAI following the mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge in February. Attorney General Niki Sharma announced Tuesday that the province has retained lawyers both in British Columbia and California to prepare the lawsuit.

Details about the specific claims remain limited, but the move signals the province's intent to hold the tech company accountable in connection with the incident.