ChatGPT is messaging people first now?!
Level 2 indeed… pic.twitter.com/DHhkzHYhGZ
— Pliny the Liberator
(@elder_plinius) September 15, 2024
The weirdness exposed in a single tweet by @elder_plinius, showing ChatGPT appearing to initiate conversation with a Reddit user (Supplied: X/Twitter)
Viral AI Conversation Sparks Debate
A viral Reddit post has captured attention with claims that OpenAI’s ChatGPT initiated a conversation without prompting, sparking concerns about AI autonomy and privacy, reports NewsBytesApp. The user, SentuBill, shared a screenshot where ChatGPT allegedly asked about their first week of high school. This raised questions about whether the chatbot can access or infer personal data.
Online Reactions and Privacy Concerns
The unexpected interaction ignited widespread reactions online, with many users humorously referencing “The Matrix” and joking about AI becoming sentient. Despite the lighthearted responses, some users expressed privacy concerns, questioning if this interaction marks a new, more intrusive AI capability. Others doubted the authenticity of the screenshot.
Fact-Checking Reveals Inconsistencies
A closer examination of the shared image revealed discrepancies in the layout and colour scheme of the ChatGPT label, suggesting possible manipulation. These inconsistencies have led many to question the validity of the claims, though OpenAI has not commented on the viral post at this time.
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