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ChatGPT plugin gains access to Apple iMessages, raising privacy concerns

A new ChatGPT plugin has been developed that allows users to read, draft, and send Apple iMessages directly from their Mac computers. This integration raises significant privacy and security concerns regarding the handling of personal communications. AI

IMPACT This integration could streamline communication workflows for users but raises significant privacy and security questions about third-party access to personal messages.

RANK_REASON A new plugin for an existing AI model was released, offering integration with a messaging service.

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ChatGPT plugin gains access to Apple iMessages, raising privacy concerns

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A new plugin for an existing AI model was released, offering integration with a messaging service.
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COVERAGE [1]

  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Joe Toscano, Contributor ·

    ChatGPT Plugin Can Now Read And Send Your iMessages, But Should It?

    OpenAI's new ChatGPT plugin can read, draft and send Apple Messages on Mac. The bigger question is whether that's a good idea.