OpenAI is considering encryption methods for user data but faces complications because it needs ongoing access for certain services, like long-term memory. Currently, temporary chats don’t appear in history and may be kept for safety purposes. Legal constraints mandate retention of chat contents, while full encryption poses challenges as OpenAI is often part of these communications. Altman suggests that AI communications, especially regarding sensitive topics, should have protections similar to those involving licensed professionals, even though law enforcement data requests remain low for the company.
Altman expressed the importance of encryption, acknowledging the complexities as OpenAI needs access to user data for services like long-term memory.
OpenAI's current practices of temporary chats are indicative of initial steps towards encryption while being influenced by legal constraints on data retention.
Altman emphasized the necessity for similar protections for sensitive AI interactions as those enjoyed when speaking to licensed professionals.
Despite growing concerns about privacy, OpenAI receives relatively few law enforcement data requests, indicating limited current demand for user data.
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