OpenAI has delayed the launch of its “adult mode” feature for ChatGPT. This feature is intended to give verified adult users access to erotica and other adult content.
The company’s CEO, Sam Altman, first announced the feature in October. He stated that in December, as part of rolling out age verification and a principle of treating adult users like adults, OpenAI would allow content like erotica for verified adults.
This launch has faced multiple delays. It was initially postponed from December to the first quarter of this year. That earlier delay came after an internal memo from Altman declared a “code red,” calling for teams to focus on the core ChatGPT experience.
Now, an OpenAI spokesperson has stated the company is again “pushing out the launch of adult mode.” The reason given is to focus on higher priority work for more users. This includes efforts to improve the chatbot’s intelligence and personality, and to make it more proactive.
The spokesperson affirmed that OpenAI still believes in treating adults like adults, but noted that getting the experience right will take more time. It is not clear how long this new delay is expected to last. The news was first reported by Sources.