OpenAI rolls out age prediction model on ChatGPT to detect your age
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OpenAI has implemented a new age prediction model within ChatGPT designed to mitigate potential misuse by younger users and enforce safety restrictions. This initiative, driven by a desire to prevent exposure to inappropriate or risky content—specifically, those related to violence, gore, viral challenges, extreme beauty standards, unhealthy dieting, and body shaming—is centered around an age detection model. The model analyzes both the topics initiated with ChatGPT and the times of day the user engages with the platform. This analysis allows ChatGPT to determine whether the user is an adult or a teenager, triggering adjusted safety protocols accordingly. OpenAI acknowledges the potential for inaccuracies in this system, noting instances where a user identified as a teenager might be mistakenly flagged as such. For individuals 18 or older who have been inadvertently placed under the under-18 experience, a verification process is available. This verification process relies on one of two methods: a live selfie captured using a smartphone or webcam, or the upload of a government-issued identification document (such as a driver's license, passport, or state ID). It is important to note that accepted IDs vary by specific country. OpenAI emphasizes that its partner, Persona, will automatically delete the uploaded ID or selfie within a seven-day timeframe following successful verification. The implementation of this age prediction model is a global rollout, designed to automatically apply to all ChatGPT accounts. The core objective of this strategy is to safeguard users, particularly minors, from potentially harmful content while maintaining access to ChatGPT’s functionalities for learning and creative endeavors. The effectiveness of the model will depend largely on the accuracy of the age detection and the reliability of the verification methods, although OpenAI has taken steps to address potential inaccuracies and provide a recourse for users who may have been wrongly categorized. The use of the Persona service for ID management further streamlines the verification process and adds a layer of security. |