ChatGPT May Soon Feature Encryption, Says Sam Altman

OpenAI is considering adding encryption to ChatGPT, starting with temporary chats, to better protect users sharing sensitive information, though no timeline has been set. The move aims to provide privacy protections similar to those for medical and legal consultations, amid growing concerns about law enforcement data requests and user privacy. Challenges include maintaining access for services like long-term memory and legal compliance, but OpenAI emphasizes the importance of privacy as AI usage for sensitive topics increases.