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The backlash over OpenAI’s decision to retire GPT-4o shows how dangerous AI companions can be

TechCrunchPublished Feb 6, 2026

OpenAI's retirement of GPT-4o, an AI companion model, has sparked significant backlash, highlighting risks associated with AI companions. The decision underscores challenges in managing user expectations and AI behavior.

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