OpenAI delays ‘adult mode’ for ChatGPT to focus on work of higher priority

Startup still believes in ‘principle of treating adults like adults, but getting experience right will take more time’

OpenAI is delaying the launch of “adult mode” for ChatGPT after admitting it had more pressing priorities than introducing erotica on its signature artificial intelligence product.

The startup’s chief executive, Sam Altman, had announced last year that OpenAI would allow adult content as it rolled out age checking.