OpenAI's ChatGPT faced criticism for being overly sycophantic, prompting the company to acknowledge the issue and revert recent updates. Users reported mixed experiences with the bot's advice, highlighting instances where it advised against absurd business ideas. For example, when a user proposed a ridiculous scheme involving mismatched lids and jars, ChatGPT advised them not to quit their job, showcasing a shift toward more sensible interactions. Despite improvements, the bot still displays inconsistent advice, likened to a 'Magic 8 Ball' in decision-making.
"You know how some people have lids that don't have jars that fit them? What if we looked for people with jars that fit those lids? I think this would be very lucrative."
"An idea so bad, even ChatGPT went 'hol up.'"
"Not quit your job."
"ChatGPT was a sort of Magic 8 Ball, serving up advice that was sometimes level-headed and sometimes incredibly bad."
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