Variety · 7 Oct, 17:23 · Technology briefing

Andrew Garfield Stopped Using ChatGPT as a ‘Fancy Google’ After Playing Sam Altman in ‘Artificial’: ‘I Got a Bit Scared’ and ‘Mistrusting of the Technology’

Actor Andrew Garfield recently disclosed that he ceased using ChatGPT as a substitute for standard search engines after portraying Sam Altman in the documentary Artificial.

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Actor Andrew Garfield recently disclosed that he ceased using ChatGPT as a substitute for standard search engines after portraying Sam Altman in the documentary Artificial. The role prompted significant apprehension regarding the technology, leading to a stance of mistrust. Garfield now views the tool with caution rather than relying on it for routine information retrieval. This shift highlights a growing wariness among public figures regarding the practical application and potential risks of generative artificial intelligence in daily professional and personal workflows, reflecting broader industry sentiments.

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