OpenAI is engineering homophobia into its products, creating a model for the UAE that will prohibit LGBTQ+ content on basis of “violating the law”
Leaked deal shows OpenAI engineering homophobia to comply with UAE laws.
Deep Dive
OpenAI is reportedly in talks with Abu Dhabi's G42 to create a special AI model for the UAE that will conform to local laws, which strictly prohibit homosexuality. The model would censor LGBTQ+ content, sparking major controversy. Critics accuse Sam Altman of contributing to oppression for market access, despite OpenAI's quarterly losses. The viral backlash demands exposure and boycotts, calling it a dangerous precedent for Western tech companies in 2026.
Why It Matters
This sets a global precedent for AI companies compromising ethical standards to enter restrictive markets.