ChatGPT-4o can often act like a human, prompting OpenAI to warn users not to develop any feelings for the chatbot
ChatGPT-4o is the latest iteration of OpenAI’s chatbot lineup, and as you would expect, the firms is having some concerns of how users engage with it. Given that the latest version can exhibit human-like behavior and responses, the artificial intelligence firm is concerned that users will develop feelings for the chatbot.ChatGPT-4o offers quicker replies and even a new voice feature that emulates human speech, which is precisely what is concerning OpenAI
While the billion-dollar startup continues to refine its product, it cannot help but notice some patterns from ChatGPT-4o users. The launch of the new chatbot was aimed to deliver an experience similar to talking to a human, but it appears that OpenAI underestimated the emotional connection that can be created between users and the program. The company has highlighted its findings below.
“During early testing, including red teaming and internal user testing, we observed users using language that might indicate forming connections with the model. For example, this includes language expressing shared bonds, such as “This is our last day together.” While these instances appear benign, they signal a need for continued investigation into how these effects might manifest over longer periods of time.
