ChatGPT could potentially request identification for continued usage, as proposed by Sam Altman.
In a bid to ensure the safety of young users, OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced a series of measures aimed at protecting minors online. The new parental controls will cater to users aged 13 and above, as per CEO Sam Altman's statement.
One of the key features of these controls is the censorship of certain elements in ChatGPT's responses. This includes flirtatious chat responses or discussions about self-harm, which will be filtered out for teen users. If there is any doubt about a user's age, ChatGPT may default to the under-18 experience.
Another significant aspect of the new controls is the automated detection of potential suicidal thoughts among teen users. In such cases, ChatGPT will attempt to contact the teenager's parents. If contacting parents is not possible, the platform will try to reach out to the authorities.
The company believes these measures are necessary for significant protection of minors. However, CEO Sam Altman acknowledges that these decisions may not be agreed upon by everyone.
Parents can link their account to their teen's, allowing them to stay informed about their child's interactions on ChatGPT. By linking accounts, parents will be notified of any potentially harmful behaviour detected in their child's chats. They can also set 'blackout hours' and disable the chat history for their child.
OpenAI is also developing an automated age-detection system to further enhance the safety features of ChatGPT. The CEO of OpenAI consulted with mental health experts for the development of these parental controls, although the specific names of these experts have not been disclosed. The collaboration focused on improving the model's response to mental and emotional distress, especially among teens.
An opinion piece by AI editor and mom-of-three, Amanda Caswell, praises these new measures, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing safety over privacy and freedom for teen users. Despite the ongoing debate about the balance between safety and privacy, it is clear that OpenAI is taking a proactive approach to ensure the well-being of its younger users.
It is worth noting that these new measures do not seem to be related to any recent viral trends, such as those involving Nano Banana. Nonetheless, OpenAI's commitment to the safety and well-being of its users remains unwavering.
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