OpenAI commits $2 million to advance research on AI safety for children

OpenAI has pledged a $2 million contribution to bolster the scientific research network managed by the Coalition for Children’s Rights and Protection in the Age of AI. This commitment was formalized earlier this week at the Paris Peace Forum, where the company also signed the Charter of Engagement for Safer AI for Children. The funding aims to support shared measurement efforts, specifically by developing tools that researchers can utilize to better quantify both the risks and potential benefits of artificial intelligence for young people. The charter itself establishes shared principles for AI that is age-appropriate, while ensuring the independence of the research program, guaranteeing that findings—including negative or inconclusive results—will be published. This initiative aligns with broader calls for global standards in youth AI safety, advocating for collaboration among governments, industry, and civil society. The effort supports the development of comprehensive legislation, such as the EU Kids Act, which should mandate default age-appropriate safeguards, parental tools, and regular risk assessments.