By skyforbes 
In May 2025, a federal judge ordered OpenAI to preserve all ChatGPT logs, including deleted user data, in response to copyright infringement claims… OpenAI complied with the order.
The contradiction between OpenAI’s public messaging and its actual practices becomes even more glaring when viewed through the lens of Sam Altman’s leadership. Altman has long positioned himself as a champion of ethical AI, frequently speaking about the importance of safety, transparency, and privacy. But his track record tells a different story, one marked by controversy, secrecy, and performative gestures.