tech
March 9, 2026
OpenAI delays ‘adult mode’ for ChatGPT to focus on work of higher priority
Startup still believes in ‘principle of treating adults like adults, but getting experience right will take more time’
TL;DR
- OpenAI has postponed the launch of "adult mode" for ChatGPT.
- The company is prioritizing improvements in ChatGPT's performance, intelligence, personality, and proactivity.
- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman had previously announced plans for an "adult mode" with age verification.
- A senior manager, Caitlin Kalinowski, has resigned from OpenAI.
- Kalinowski's resignation stems from concerns about OpenAI's deal with the Pentagon, citing worries about mass surveillance and autonomous killing.
- OpenAI has stated its agreement with the Pentagon excludes domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons.
- The company acknowledged the Pentagon deal looked "opportunistic and sloppy" and will amend the contract.
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