Internal safety experts at OpenAI have publicly opposed the launch of a new “adult mode” for ChatGPT, questioning the company’s ability to keep minors from accessing explicit content. The dissent follows the departure of a senior safety executive who had opposed the feature, and a second former staff member who warned parents not to rely on OpenAI’s assurances. A recent bug that let minors see graphic erotica further fuels concerns, prompting OpenAI to pledge a monitoring plan while critics remain skeptical about its effectiveness. Read more →