OpenAI’s adult mode will reportedly be smutty, not pornographic
OpenAI delays adult mode for ChatGPT amid safety concerns.
OpenAI has postponed the launch of its adult mode for ChatGPT, which is designed to facilitate text-based conversations with adult themes, distinguishing itself from pornography. The delay stems from internal concerns regarding moderation and the potential for children to access inappropriate content, as well as technical challenges in ensuring effective safeguards. A council of advisers cautioned that the feature could lead to unhealthy emotional dependencies, prompting OpenAI to reconsider its rollout timeline.
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OpenAI's adult mode will allow text-based conversations with adult themes but no images or videos.
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The feature's launch was delayed due to internal concerns about child access and emotional dependence.
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An age-prediction system misclassified minors as adults about 12% of the time.
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