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OpenAI removes ChatGPT feature over privacy concerns

OpenAI quickly removed a feature from ChatGPT that allowed users to make their conversations discoverable by search engines. The company acknowledged the feature introduced risks of users accidentally sharing private information. OpenAI is working to remove indexed content from search engines.

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OpenAI
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ChatGPT
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