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Sam Altman: Gen Z and millennials use ChatGPT as 'life advisor' – college students lead

Altman reveals ChatGPT's growing role in personal, academic, and career decisions for young adults.

Deep Dive

A Reddit post was submitted by user /u/ThereWas.

Key Points
  • Sam Altman stated Gen Z and millennials treat ChatGPT as a 'life advisor' for personal, academic, and career advice.
  • College students are particularly ahead, using the AI for emotional support and decision-making beyond coursework.
  • The trend raises concerns about overreliance on AI for human decisions and potential privacy issues.

Why It Matters

AI is becoming a trusted advisor for young adults, reshaping how decisions are made and challenging traditional support systems.