ChatGPT's Younger Counterpart, Teen-Friendly AI Model, in Development by OpenAI
OpenAI Announces New ChatGPT Experience for Teenagers
OpenAI, the company behind the popular AI model ChatGPT, has announced a new experience specifically designed for teenagers. This announcement comes hours before a Senate hearing examining the potential threats AI poses to young people.
The new teen mode is part of a broader safety push by OpenAI. The company prioritizes safety ahead of privacy and freedom for teenagers, acknowledging the need for added protection, even if that means compromising on privacy. For instance, OpenAI plans to implement age-prediction technology to keep kids under 18 out of the standard version of ChatGPT.
The teen version of ChatGPT will have stricter built-in limits. No flirtatious conversations or discussions of self-harm will be allowed, even in a fictional or creative-writing context. If a teen expresses suicidal thoughts, OpenAI may try to alert parents, and in emergency situations, even contact authorities.
Parents can link accounts, set rules for how ChatGPT responds, and enforce "blackout hours" when the app is off-limits. OpenAI plans to roll out the teen-focused ChatGPT experience by the end of the year, between November 11 and December 2, 2024.
Google's approach mirrors OpenAI's, as seen in the spin-up of YouTube Kids after criticism and regulatory pressure. History suggests that savvy teens may find workarounds to get unrestricted access to the standard version of ChatGPT. However, OpenAI's move is part of a broader balancing act between safety, privacy, and freedom, according to Sam Altman's blog post.
OpenAI is developing this new experience to provide a safer space for teenagers to explore and interact with AI. The company encourages parents to take an active role in their children's online safety and to use the tools provided to set appropriate boundaries.
It's important to note that if you or someone you know is struggling with negative thoughts or suicidal feelings, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in the US can be reached at 988.
This development comes amidst lawmakers' pressure on tech companies over teen safety following lawsuits accusing AI platforms of worsening mental health struggles or providing harmful health advice. OpenAI's announcement underscores the growing recognition of the need for AI platforms to prioritize the safety of their younger users.
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