OpenAI delays ChatGPT voice mode release for safety testing, facing challenges in AI development

From The Washington Post: 2024-06-25 20:31:01

OpenAI postpones the launch of voice and emotion-reading features for its ChatGPT chatbot, citing the need for safety testing. Scarlett Johansson threatens lawsuit, claiming her voice was copied for one of the AI personas. OpenAI delays initial release by a month, with full availability for paying users in the fall.

Following setbacks in the AI industry, including Google’s search tool giving bizarre answers, OpenAI faces challenges in developing its chatbot’s new voice version. The company aims to enhance content filtering and mitigate biases in AI outputs. Designing emotionally responsive chatbots can introduce new complexities and potential errors in interactions.

OpenAI emphasizes the importance of developing AI tools that can interact in real-time with emotions and nonverbal cues. The company strives to deliver innovative experiences while ensuring thoughtful and responsible deployment of advanced AI technologies.



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