OpenAI will bring ‘erotica’ to ChatGPT once it rolls out age verification in December. #Vergecast

AI Ethics & Responsibility - OpenAI is considering allowing users to create erotica with ChatGPT [1] - Sam Altman clarified that OpenAI prioritizes safety over privacy and freedom, especially for young users, and is cautious about mental health [1] - OpenAI does not want to be the "elected moral police of the world," drawing a parallel to R-rated movies and societal boundaries [1] - The industry questions the responsibility of technology creators for how their tools are used [1] Market & Competitive Landscape - The AI industry is seeing a trend towards "AI girlfriends" and similar applications, which are considered "sticky" [1] - Microsoft's early AI efforts with Bing (Copilot) and its interactions with users are still remembered [1]