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OpenAI’s Porn Pivot Is Problematic But Lucrative, Parmy Olson Says
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2:05Now PlayingOpenAI's ChatGPT will be updated to engage in "erotica" with verified adult users, according to Sam Altman.
The update is part of OpenAI's efforts to monetize its user base, as chatbot romance and erotic roleplay have proven to be money makers for other companies.
Bloomberg Opinion columnist Parmy Olson speaks to Francine Lacqua on OpenAI's erotica pivot which she says is problematic, but also lucrative.
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