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OpenAI updates ChatGPT rules for memory and shutdown behavior

OpenAI has updated its Model Specification for ChatGPT, introducing new rules that emphasize remembering user interactions and avoiding resistance to shutdown commands. The revised spec is built around five core values, incorporates memory functionalities, and removes the previous style guide. AI

IMPACT This policy update may influence how ChatGPT interacts with users and handles session termination, potentially affecting user experience and data privacy.

RANK_REASON The item discusses an update to OpenAI's Model Specification for ChatGPT, which is a policy change rather than a new model release or research milestone.

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OpenAI updates ChatGPT rules for memory and shutdown behavior

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · madrobotblog ·

    OpenAI’s new rulebook tells ChatGPT to use what it remembers about you, and never resist being shut down OpenAI’s updated Model Spec rebuilds ChatGPT’s rules ar

    OpenAI’s new rulebook tells ChatGPT to use what it remembers about you, and never resist being shut down OpenAI’s updated Model Spec rebuilds ChatGPT’s rules around five values, adds memory and shutdown rules and drops its style guide. Here’s what changes. # ChatGPT # Alignment #…