An OpenAI staffer who had 'personal, emotional' conversations with ChatGPT has sparked a massive debate about using AI chatbots for therapy

Wed, 09/27/2023 - 09:48

ChatGPT student — Concerns are being raised about the potential use of ChatGPT's voice mode for therapy.
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OpenAI is rolling out a voice feature for ChatGPT.
An OpenAI safety researcher has suggested that the new feature feels like therapy.
Using ChatGPT as a therapist may sound intriguing, but it's not a good idea.

OpenAI is rolling out a new voice feature for ChatGPT over the next two weeks, which will put an AI voice companion in the pockets of people seeking a more human conversation with the chatbot.