California AG Rob Bonta issues an investigative subpoena to OpenAI, as part of a broader inquiry into cybersecurity incidents and risks related to its AI models (Jaspreet Singh/Reuters)

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued an investigative subpoena to OpenAI. This action is part of a broader inquiry into cybersecurity incidents and risks associated with OpenAI's AI models. The subpoena aims to gather more information regarding these potential vulnerabilities and incidents, reflecting a growing concern over the security implications of advanced artificial intelligence technologies.

This marks the first time a state attorney general has issued a subpoena to OpenAI, moving the inquiry beyond general concerns to a formal investigation.