AI-powered editing mom expresses her personal concerns over ChatGPT's updated guidelines
In a significant move, OpenAI has implemented new safety measures for its popular AI model, ChatGPT. The changes are aimed at addressing the vulnerabilities of adolescence and the unpredictability of mental health, but questions remain about how these measures will respect users' privacy and avoid reinforcing biases.
The safety measures include parental consent for users under 18, account sign-up procedures, and the use of an age-prediction system. However, no specific age-verification technology or method is publicly detailed. Instead, users under 18 must have parental or legal guardian permission to use OpenAI services through platforms like Babbel.
If a user's age cannot be determined, they will be treated as underage by default. This could potentially lead to false positives or negatives, a concern that OpenAI has not addressed publicly.
The age-prediction system for ChatGPT will determine if a user is under 18 and route them to a version with stricter safety rules. Teen users will be limited in their conversations, with graphic sexual content, flirtatious chats, and discussions of self-harm and suicide being blocked.
OpenAI stresses the need for parental education and dialogue. Parents can link their account to their teen's account to apply settings such as disabling or limiting features, setting 'blackout hours', and receiving notifications for distressful conversation. The company also advocates for flexibility and age gradations, suggesting that controls should allow for nuance and more control as teens get older and prove responsible.
Beyond using parental controls, the mom emphasizes the importance of open lines of communication with kids, teaching them critical thinking, and helping them understand that when tech fails, it's okay to reach out to real people, including family, therapists, and trusted adults.
The mom believes tech companies like OpenAI have a moral obligation to build safety measures before tragedy strikes. She also stresses the need for transparency and involvement, suggesting clear explanations about the new controls and when they are activated. In extreme cases, law enforcement might be contacted if parents cannot be reached and there is imminent harm.
These changes come amidst concerns about the impact of AI on mental health and privacy. A lawsuit has been filed against ChatGPT in a case involving a 16-year-old whose family alleges the AI contributed to his suicide. However, the mom does not mention any legal cases or lawsuits related to ChatGPT.
The mom, who has good relationships with those on the research and development teams in big tech, advocates for safe defaults and strong guardrails, implying ongoing testing, oversight, and responding to unintended effects. She also emphasizes the need for the system to be supportive, not punitive, and to guide distressed teens to help, rather than making them feel judged or punished.
In conclusion, OpenAI's new safety measures for ChatGPT are a step towards addressing concerns about the impact of AI on adolescents and mental health. However, questions remain about privacy, bias, and the effectiveness of the age-prediction system. Open dialogue, education, and continued oversight will be crucial in ensuring these measures are effective and beneficial for all users.
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