OpenAI's Most Controversial Move Ever
OpenAI's new ChatGPT feature allows the AI to track and remember user activities across apps and websites, enabling powerful automation and workflow reuse, but raising significant privacy concerns due to its extensive data access.
MAIN POINTS FROM TRANSCRIPT
- ChatGPT's new feature tracks user activity on Mac desktop apps for automation.
- Available only on Mac with pro, business, or enterprise plans, excluding Europe and the UK.
- Users can manage which apps are tracked, but privacy concerns remain.
- The feature enables workflow reuse and task automation without manual input.
TAKEAWAYS
- This feature marks a significant advancement in AI's ability to automate and streamline tasks.
- Privacy concerns arise from the AI's ability to monitor all user activities.
- Users have control over which apps are included in the tracking.
- The feature is currently limited in availability, requiring specific plans and geographic access.