A growing "QuitGPT" campaign is urging users to cancel their ChatGPT subscriptions, fueled by user dissatisfaction and concerns over OpenAI's actions and political connections, according to multiple sources. The movement, which gained traction after a Reddit post, highlights a donation by OpenAI president Greg Brockman to a political action committee and the use of ChatGPT-4 by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Alfred Stephen, a freelance software developer in Singapore, subscribed to ChatGPT Plus in September to speed up his work but became frustrated with the chatbot's coding abilities and verbose responses, as reported by MIT Technology Review. This frustration, coupled with the campaign's concerns, prompted Stephen to consider canceling his subscription. The campaign also points to ICE's use of a resume screening tool powered by ChatGPT-4, which has become a political flashpoint.
Meanwhile, other tech companies are also facing scrutiny. Instagram and YouTube are on trial for allegedly designing addictive platforms, while Google is testing changes to YouTube Music that could limit free access, according to a multi-source report from MIT Technology Review. Discord is also implementing mandatory age verification globally, requiring users to submit a face scan or ID to access adult content, as reported by the BBC. This move aims to enhance safety for younger users by default, though some experts express concerns about potential user loss or implementation challenges.
In other news, Hillsdale College launched the "Learn Like Charlie" campaign, encouraging Americans to take free online courses mirroring those completed by the late Charlie Kirk, according to Fox News. The campaign was announced during Turning Point USA's All-American Halftime Show.
The "QuitGPT" campaign's growth reflects broader concerns about the use and impact of AI technology. The movement's focus on OpenAI's actions and political connections suggests a growing awareness of the ethical and societal implications of AI development and deployment.
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