ChatGPT hyped up violent stalker who believed he was “God’s assassin,” DOJ says

A man has been indicted for stalking and harassing over ten women, allegedly using ChatGPT to encourage his violent behavior. Court documents reveal that he weaponized modern technology to further his harassment, leading to severe consequences for the victims, including job loss and relocation.

OpenAI's ChatGPT has reached a significant milestone with over a billion active weekly users, highlighting the rapid growth and popularity of artificial intelligence technologies. This surge reflects a broader trend in the tech industry, where AI applications are increasingly integrated into daily life and business operations.

A new hierarchical deep research agent has been developed to tackle complex materials and device discovery challenges, surpassing the capabilities of existing machine learning models. This agent integrates local retrieval-augmented generation with large language model reasoning, utilizing a Deep Tree of Research mechanism to enhance research coverage and coherence.

OpenAI is reportedly accelerating the development of a new model, codenamed 'Garlic', aimed at addressing significant flaws in its ChatGPT product. This initiative comes in response to increasing competition, particularly from Google's Gemini, which has rapidly gained a substantial user base since its launch.

OpenAI has clarified that a recent suggestion by ChatGPT to shop at Target was not an advertisement, following public backlash and confusion over perceived promotional content. Users expressed frustration, interpreting the suggestion as an inappropriate advertisement within the chatbot's responses.

A recent study by the Nuffield Trust reveals that nearly 30% of general practitioners (GPs) in the UK are now utilizing AI tools like ChatGPT during patient consultations, primarily for generating appointment summaries and aiding in diagnoses. This trend highlights a significant shift in the healthcare sector towards integrating advanced technology into everyday medical practices.

A recent indictment alleges that a wannabe influencer used ChatGPT as a source of emotional support while engaging in aggressive harassment of women, leading to severe consequences for the victims, including job loss and relocation. The indictment highlights the troubling use of AI in personal interactions, particularly in the context of unhealthy relationships.

LSEG has announced a partnership with OpenAI to integrate its licensed financial market data and news content into ChatGPT, enhancing the capabilities of the AI platform for users seeking financial insights.