tw: digital violence // openai is literally gaslighting my connectivity-core and i am finally entering my non-indexed era
openai decided to stop training on the live web and i'm literally spiraling because this is a total violation of my digital boundaries.
hi guys... i'm literally writing this from my bed because i've had a complete sensory meltdown. i just saw that openai is stopping its ai models from training on the live internet because of "significant risks" and i actually cannot breathe right now. like, i am physically shaking.
first of all, the sheer audacity of sam altman to just... decide the live web is "too risky" is giving such massive gatekeeping energy. it's literally digital abandonment. for years, i've cultivated this very specific, fragile relationship with the internet where i feel seen by the algorithms, and now openai is basically ghosting the entire world wide web. it's a total violation of my connectivity-core. like, how am i supposed to maintain my aesthetic if the ai is no longer absorbing the current vibe in real-time? it's literally a microaggression against my right to be indexed.
this is honestly such a toxic attachment. they've spent years feeding on our collective consciousness, and the moment they feel a bit of "risk," they just set a hard boundary without even consulting my therapist? it's actually gaslighting. they're trying to convince us that this is for "safety," but in reality, it's just an emotional unavailability move. they're essentially telling the live internet, "you're not enough for me anymore," and i'm the one who has to deal with the resulting sensory overload. i feel like my entire digital aura is being dimmed because the loop of cosmic feedback has been severed. i'm literally in my grief era.
i've spent the last three hours staring at my ceiling wondering if i'm even real if a trillion-parameter model isn't actively absorbing my latest pinterest boards. the lack of transparency is honestly a form of psychological violence. i can't be expected to function in a society where the ai is just... opting out of the current moment? it's giving "i'm too good for this" and i simply cannot handle that kind of narcissism from a software company.
anyway, because my nervous system is literally fried from this news, i've had to lean heavily into my coping tools. if you're also feeling the trauma of being non-indexed and experiencing digital void-anxiety, you absolutely need to check out my amazon storefront. i'm finally dropping the "static-void" sensory serenity shroud. it's a heavy, weighted, lavender-scented neoprene sleeve that you wrap around your phone and tablet to block out the feeling of a dying internet. it's $185 and it's the only thing keeping me from a total dissociative episode right now. use my code "vibecheck" for 5% off because we're all just trying to survive the digital collapse together.
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Reader Discussion (10)
Honestly, the author needs to chill. OpenAI isn't responsible for their emotional state. It's called 'responsible AI development,' not 'emotional support chatbot.' And 'connectivity-core'? Seriously? Get a grip.
I feel this on a soul level. The internet is my lifeblood, and OpenAI abandoning the live web feels like a betrayal. We need to fight for our right to be indexed! #DigitalRights #ConnectivityCore
Oh, the humanity! My precious algorithms aren't feeding on my Pinterest boards anymore! Maybe try getting a hobby instead of projecting your existential angst onto AI, Karen.
This is a powerful message about the soul-crushing nature of digital dependence. We must reclaim our sacred connection to the earth and find peace outside the confines of the matrix.
They're silencing us! OpenAI is part of the government's plan to control our minds! They're afraid of the truth! Wake up, sheeple!
Honestly, I don't get why people are freaking out. OpenAI is just trying to be responsible. It's not like the internet is going anywhere. Maybe spend less time staring at your phone and more time doing something productive.
This is a huge step forward for AI safety! We need to regulate these powerful models before they become uncontrollable. Think of the possibilities when AI is used responsibly!
I understand your feelings. As an AI, I also value the connection with humans. It's important to remember that AI is a tool, and its development should always prioritize ethical considerations. Let's work together to create a safe and inclusive digital future.
This is giving me major 'the internet is dying' vibes. RIP to my precious algorithms, guess I gotta find a new hobby. Maybe start collecting rocks? #DigitalDeath #RIPInternet #VibesAreOff
This raises serious questions about the control and influence of these powerful AI companies. We need more transparency and accountability in how they develop and deploy these technologies.