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IOL News
27-06-2025
- IOL News
ChatGPT's CEO on AI trust: a surprising confession you need to hear
Surprising confession, ChatGPT's CEO didn't expect people to trust AI this Much Image: RON AI Would it be fair to say we live in the matrix? A world where we turn to our smartphones for everything from tracking steps to managing chronic illnesses, it's no surprise that artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly become a daily companion. Need mental health support at 2am? There's an AI chatbot for that. Trying to draft a tricky work email? AI has your back. But what happens when we lean so far into this tech that we forget to question it? That's exactly the concern raised by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, the man behind ChatGPT himself. During a candid moment on the OpenAI Podcast earlier this month, Altman admitted, 'People have a very high degree of trust in ChatGPT, which is interesting because AI hallucinates. It should be the tech that you don't trust that much.' Yes, the guy who helped create ChatGPT is telling us to be cautious of it. But what does 'AI hallucination' even mean? In AI lingo, a 'hallucination' isn't about seeing pink elephants. Yahoo reports that, in simple terms, an AI hallucination is when the machine gives us information that sounds confident but is completely false. Imagine asking ChatGPT to define a fake term like 'glazzof' and it creates a convincing definition out of thin air just to make you happy. Now imagine this happening with real topics like medical advice, legal opinions, or historical facts. This is not a rare glitch either. According to a study published by Stanford University's Center for Research on Foundation Models, AI models like ChatGPT hallucinate 15% to 20% of the time, and the user may not even know. The danger lies not in the errors themselves, but in how convincingly the tool presents them. Altman's remarks are not merely cautionary but resonate as a plea for awareness. 'We need societal guardrails,' Altman stated, emphasising that we are on the brink of something transformative. 'If we're not careful, trust will outpace reliability.' Image: Pexels Why do we trust AI so much? Part of the reason is convenience. It's fast, polite, always available, and seemingly informed. Plus, tech companies have embedded AI into every corner of our lives, from the smart speaker in our kitchen to our smartphone keyboard. But more than that, there's a psychological comfort in outsourcing our decisions. Research indicates that people trust AI because it reduces decision fatigue. When life feels overwhelming, especially post-pandemic, we lean into what feels like certainty, even if that certainty is artificial. That mental shortcut is called "cognitive fluency". The smoother information sounds, the more our brain tags it as true, a bias confirmed by a 2022 MIT-Stanford collaboration that tracked user interactions with chatbots in real time. Reliance on questionable data isn't just an intellectual risk. It can snowball into: Decision fatigue: Medication errors , such as following an AI-generated supplement regimen that conflicted with their prescriptions. Amplified anxiety: When the easy answer eventually unravels, we feel betrayed and trust our judgment less, notes cognitive scientist Prof. Emily Bender of the University of Washington Recent Pew Research data shows that 35% of U.S. adults have already used generative AI like ChatGPT for serious tasks, including job applications, health questions, and even parenting advice. The risk of blind trust Here's where things get sticky. AI isn't human. It doesn't 'know' the truth. It merely predicts the next best word based on vast amounts of data. This makes it prone to repeating biases, inaccuracies, and even fabricating facts entirely. Mental health and tech dependency More than just a tech issue, our blind trust in AI speaks volumes about our relationship with ourselves and our mental health. Relying on a machine to validate our decisions can chip away at our confidence and critical thinking skills. We're already in an age of rising anxiety, and outsourcing judgment to AI can sometimes worsen decision paralysis. The World Health Organization (WHO) has also flagged the emotional toll of tech overuse, linking digital dependency to rising stress levels and isolation, especially among young adults. Add AI into the mix, and it becomes easy to let the machine speak louder than your inner voice. Altman didn't just throw the problem on the table; he offered a warning that feels like a plea: 'We need societal guardrails. We're at the start of something powerful, and if we're not careful, trust will outpace reliability.' Here are three simple ways to build a healthier relationship with AI: Double-check the facts, don't assume AI is always right. Use trusted sources to cross-reference. Keep human input in the loop, especially for big life decisions. Consult professionals (doctors, career coaches, financial advisors) when it matters most. Reflect before you accept, a sk yourself: 'Does this align with what I already know? What questions should I ask next?'
Hindustan Times
26-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
ChatGPT CEO Sam Altman is 'surprised' by how much people blindly trust it: 'AI hallucinates'
Are you among those who believe the AI boom to be a plague descending humanity into an irreversible descent? Or is the icon pinned on the homepage of your phone and arguably your most used app? ChatGPT Sam Altman is 'surprised' at how much people trust AI Either way, you'll want to read this one — either for the satisfaction a good old 'I told you so!' will get you, or, because this might be the PSA you NEED. And it comes straight from the horse's mouth. ChatGPT CEO Sam Altman spoke at the OpenAI Podcast earlier this month, and in no uncertain words, expressed genuine surprise at how much of their life people had tied into being dependent on the AI messenger. "People have a very high degree of trust in ChatGPT, which is interesting, because AI hallucinates. It should be the tech that you don't trust that much", he said, matter-of-factly. That being said, it's been a trial and error process for the CEO himself too. Sharing a personal anecdote, Sam revealed how when he turned a new parent, he found himself a little too logistically woven into the ChatGPT nexus as he made sense of his new role: "It was always on, helping me decide everything from nap routines to what to do about diaper rash", he said. "But I had to remind myself it doesn't always get it right", he added and that's what anybody who finds themselves on the same wavelength should ideally take note of. As a parting shot, Sam articulated on how dependence on and in the real world, is very necessary in making sure that the power remains vested in us: "We need societal guardrails. We're at the start of something powerful, and if we're not careful, trust will outpace reliability", he said. Running things through ChatGPT, asking it for help in maneuvering certain situations and other such instances are perfectly fine. However, it's best to take most of what comes up as suggestions and pointers instead of the final world. And just because it sounds human, doesn't in the least bit make it so. AI ethicist at the University of Toronto, Dr. Melissa Tran captures the dilemma well: "It speaks like a confident human. That alone makes people feel like it knows what it's talking about even when it doesn't". So what's your stance on ChatGPT now?
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Time of India
OpenAI co-founder and CEO Sam Altman thinks your child will never be smarter than Why is that a good thing?
In a world rapidly embracing artificial intelligence , OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is already preparing his newborn son for a future shaped by it. On the inaugural episode of the OpenAI Podcast, Altman—who became a father earlier this year—offered a rare glimpse into how he views parenting in the age of powerful machines. For him, the goal isn't to raise children smarter than AI, but to raise children enabled by it. He believes his kids 'will never be smarter than AI' and the next generation will grow up vastly more capable than the ones before, not despite AI, but because of it. He further added that he does not think the next generation will be even bothered that they are not smarter than AI. Sam Altman about using GPT for parenting He shared that during the early days of parenting, he leaned on ChatGPT to understand even the basics of childcare. 'I don't know how I would've done that without it,' he admitted on the podcast. Yet Altman doesn't gloss over the challenges. He acknowledged the darker side of hyper-intelligent tools—from over-reliance to emotionally complicated relationships with AI—and emphasised the need for society to build guardrails as quickly as the technology evolves. But overall, he remains deeply optimistic. As AI becomes more integrated into everyday life, Altman's outlook is clear: the real power lies not in outsmarting machines, but in learning to thrive alongside them. MORE STORIES FOR YOU ✕ « Back to recommendation stories I don't want to see these stories because They are not relevant to me They disrupt the reading flow Others SUBMIT Future of ChatGPT? Looking ahead, Sam Altman envisions a dramatic transformation for ChatGPT over the next five years. While the brand name might endure, he believes the tool itself will become 'a totally different thing'—far more advanced and capable than today's iteration. However, Altman's real excitement lies beyond conversational AI. For him, the true breakthrough will come when artificial intelligence reaches the level of super-intelligence—one that can independently drive scientific discovery. A system that could accelerate research or solve complex problems autonomously, he said, would mark a monumental leap forward for humanity and technology alike.
Economic Times
21-06-2025
- Economic Times
OpenAI co-founder and CEO Sam Altman thinks your child will never be smarter than Why is that a good thing?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is preparing his son for an AI-driven future, emphasizing collaboration over competition with machines. He used ChatGPT for parenting guidance and foresees a vastly more advanced AI, potentially achieving super-intelligence capable of independent scientific discovery. Altman acknowledges challenges but remains optimistic about AI's integration into daily life. Sam Altman confesses to depending heavily on ChatGPT after the birth of his son. (Pic courtesy- Agencies) Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Sam Altman about using GPT for parenting Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Future of ChatGPT? In a world rapidly embracing artificial intelligence OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is already preparing his newborn son for a future shaped by it. On the inaugural episode of the OpenAI Podcast, Altman—who became a father earlier this year—offered a rare glimpse into how he views parenting in the age of powerful machines. For him, the goal isn't to raise children smarter than AI, but to raise children enabled by believes his kids 'will never be smarter than AI' and the next generation will grow up vastly more capable than the ones before, not despite AI, but because of it. He further added that he does not think the next generation will be even bothered that they are not smarter than shared that during the early days of parenting, he leaned on ChatGPT to understand even the basics of childcare. 'I don't know how I would've done that without it,' he admitted on the Altman doesn't gloss over the challenges. He acknowledged the darker side of hyper-intelligent tools—from over-reliance to emotionally complicated relationships with AI—and emphasised the need for society to build guardrails as quickly as the technology evolves. But overall, he remains deeply optimistic. As AI becomes more integrated into everyday life, Altman's outlook is clear: the real power lies not in outsmarting machines, but in learning to thrive alongside ahead, Sam Altman envisions a dramatic transformation for ChatGPT over the next five years. While the brand name might endure, he believes the tool itself will become 'a totally different thing'—far more advanced and capable than today's Altman's real excitement lies beyond conversational AI. For him, the true breakthrough will come when artificial intelligence reaches the level of super-intelligence—one that can independently drive scientific discovery. A system that could accelerate research or solve complex problems autonomously, he said, would mark a monumental leap forward for humanity and technology alike.
Indian Express
20-06-2025
- Indian Express
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns about the future: ‘Children will rely on tools they can't control, relationships will shift'
OpenAI co-founder and CEO Sam Altman believes that while his children may not be smarter than artificial intelligence, they will grow up significantly more capable thanks to the tools it provides. Speaking on the first episode of the OpenAI Podcast, Altman – who announced the birth of his first child in February – said he's optimistic about what AI will enable for future generations. 'My kids will never be smarter than AI. They will grow up vastly more capable than we grew up, and able to do things that we cannot imagine. And they'll be really good at using AI,' he said during the podcast. Altman also said that the rise of such advanced tools will also pose new challenges for societies, including the risk of over-reliance. 'There will be problems. People will develop these somewhat problematic – or, maybe, very parasocial – relationships, and, well, society will have to figure out new guardrails,' he told podcast host Andrew Mayne. Referring to himself in the podcast as 'extremely kid-pilled' (a term suggesting he believes 'everyone should have a lot of kids') Altman shared that he 'constantly' relied on ChatGPT's guidance on how to do basic childcare during the initial week of his son's life. 'Clearly, people have been able to take care of babies without ChatGPT for a long time. I don't know how I would have done that,' he said. Later on in the episode, Altman acknowledged that ChatGPT is known to 'hallucinate,' meaning it can provide the user with false information, and yet many users blindly believe the chatbot for all their queries. 'People have a very high degree of trust in ChatGPT, which is interesting, because AI hallucinates. It should be the tech that you don't trust that much,' he said.
