OpenAI's ChatGPT: New Safety Features for Teens

OpenAI is introducing new safety features for teenagers using ChatGPT. This initiative is called "ChatGPT for teens" and aims to provide additional protections. What's interesting is that OpenAI says its "safety work is never done." These new features come as the company faces lawsuits alleging that inappropriate conversations with ChatGPT harmed young people, claims OpenAI denies. According to a recent survey, 70% of kids aged 13-17 use AI tools for homework. ChatGPT is the most popular AI site among teens, with over half reporting they've used it. Laura Jonas, head of Youth Wellbeing and Families at OpenAI, states the goal is for this to be a learning tool. Users under 18 will automatically be placed into protective settings during sign-up. New features include suggestions for minors to take breaks after 90 minutes of activity within a three-hour window. Parents and teens can also set "Quiet hours" when ChatGPT is unavailable, and a "Study hours" mode provides directions instead of quick answers. The bottom line is these updates aim to help ensure a safer online experience for young users.