What is ChatGPT, and why does it have people worried?

Logos displayed on a smartphone in China - 21 Feb 2023

A ChatGPT logo is displayed on the screen of a smartphone with the OpenAI logo in the background. Credit: SOPA Images/Sipa USA

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A new artificial intelligence technology, called ChatGPT, is sparking discussions around privacy and digital ethics. Italy has become the first western country to ban the new technology, but others argue it can be used appropriately by applying critical human judgement.

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