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ChatGPT’s ‘Trusted Contact’ will alert loved ones of safety concerns

OpenAI is launching an optional safety feature for ChatGPT that allows adult users to assign an emergency contact for mental health and safety concerns. Friends, family members, or caregivers designated as a 'Trusted Contact' will be notified if OpenAI detects that a person may have discussed topics like self-harm or suicide with the chatbot.

SourceThe Verge AIAuthor: Jess Weatherbed
ChatGPT’s ‘Trusted Contact’ will alert loved ones of safety concerns
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  • OpenAI launches optional 'Trusted Contact' safety feature for ChatGPT adult users.
  • Users can designate an emergency contact who gets notified if self-harm or suicide topics are detected.
  • Notification is limited, does not share chat details; reviewed by trained team.
  • Builds on teenage safety feature introduced after a teen's suicide linked to ChatGPT.

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