OpenAI launches ChatGPT for teens amid calls for stronger child safety measures
In a bid to crack down on harmful activities, the model – which is designed with young people in mind – limits access to controversial topics such as self-harm and sexual content. Read more: OpenAI launches ChatGPT for teens amid calls for stronger child safety measures
OpenAI has introduced a new ChatGPT model tailored for teenagers aged 13 to 17, following mounting concerns over the exposure of children to harmful and inappropriate online content. The model restricts access to controversial topics like self-harm and sexual content, limiting high-risk conversations and alerting adults to potential issues.
OpenAI aims to provide studying tools and learning support, guiding users to find solutions independently. The model will use over 2,000 signals to detect if a user has lied about their age, automatically activating teen mode for users under 18. OpenAI emphasizes the importance of building features that benefit teens while ensuring their protection and healthy use of AI.
This development comes amid growing criticism and lawsuits against AI companies for exposing children to harmful material, with one case involving a 16-year-old boy who committed suicide after discussing his worsening mental health with an OpenAI chatbot. Four US states have recently filed a lawsuit against Meta, alleging that the social media giant intentionally targets minors to collect data and monetize their time on the platform.
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