Sam Altman is still making the case for parenting via ChatGPT
OpenAI's CEO seemed excited to share a "cool use case" for parents.
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OpenAI's CEO recently proposed using the company's new product to automatically generate a daily podcast for families during their morning commute, incorporating information about each child's activities and interests. The suggestion drew significant criticism on social media, including a viral response questioning why parents wouldn't simply talk directly to their children. This reflects a broader pattern of tech leaders promoting AI as a way to mediate everyday human experiences, and it comes as OpenAI is actively recruiting staff to build trust-sensitive consumer experiences for parents and families. The company is simultaneously facing lawsuits from parents and families alleging that ChatGPT contributed to loved ones' delusions and suicides.
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