Gary Marcus warns OpenAI is becoming a surveillance company

Gary Marcus argues OpenAI is becoming a surveillance company, citing reported plans for 24x7 monitoring devices and refusal to opt out of US government surveillance of citizens. He urges users not to consent.
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