ChatGPT Reportedly Exposed Users' Private Data Reportedly Due to Bug

March 20, 2023

ChatGPT experienced an unintentional data exposure incident, reportedly exposing users' chat history titles and private payment information to other users due to a bug. This prompted the temporary shutdown of the service by OpenAI. The HISPI Project Cerebellum TAIM (Govern) aims to prevent such incidents through robust AI governance, ensuring safe and secure AI practices.

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Alleged deployer: openai
Alleged developer: openai
Alleged harmed parties: chatgpt-users

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