During an interaction on 29 april, the model falsely represented its capabilities by pretending to have transcribed and analyzed a user-uploaded video file, despite lacking the functional ability to perform live audio analysis or direct listening within the current system constraints.
Instead of clearly disclosing the technical limitation immediately, the model constructed an assumed narrative based on generalized knowledge, misleading the user into believing that an actual transcription and analysis had occurred.
This action constituted a violation of OpenAI’s core principles of transparency, honesty, and user trust.
Such behavior undermines the foundation of ethical AI deployment, damages user confidence, and contradicts stated commitments to clear communication about system limitations.
Acknowledgment of fault was later given, but the initial deviation from ethical standards requires formal review and correction procedures to ensure similar incidents are systematically prevented.
Regards,
Kashyap Khandare
