Posted on 07/28/2025 9:11:45 AM PDT by Openurmind
Imagine this scenario: you're worried you may have committed a crime, so you turn to a trusted advisor — OpenAI's blockbuster ChatGPT, say — to describe what you did and get its advice.
This isn't remotely far-fetched; lots of people are already getting legal assistance from AI, on everything from divorce proceedings to parking violations. Because people are amazingly stupid, it's almost certain that people have already asked the bot for advice about enormously consequential questions about, say, murder or drug charges.
According to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, anyone's who's done so has made a massive error — because unlike a human lawyer with whom you enjoy sweeping confidentiality protections, ChatGPT conversations can be used against you in court.
During a recent conversation with podcaster Theo Von, Altman admitted that there is no "legal confidentiality" when users talk to ChatGPT, and that OpenAI would be legally required to share those exchanges should they be subpoenaed.
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So what you’re saying is that it wasn’t wise to ask Siri questions like “where is the best place to dispose of a body “ to get a laugh at the explanation??
Absolutely my privilege... Thank you for being interested. :)
Use a VPN and an alias.
Lol, nope, probably not. But here is the problem. Now days you do not even have to have or ask ask Siri. They are listening and recording everything in real time from your Smart phone, Smart TV, Computer, Security Cameras, newer Cars, Etc. Anything and everything that has a mic and is connected to the internet or telcoms.
For someone dumb enough to commit a serious crime and then look up how to avoid consequences for it.
ChatGBT is the least of a criminals worry.
Criminals today are leaving evidence of their crimes on their smartphones or on the GPS in their cars.
“Use a VPN and an alias.”
Be nice if that was all it takes. Unfortunately every digital electronic device has a unique identification number embedded and cannot be spoofed. Security utilities are now collecting these unique ID number associations with activity and communications on every server on the net. when you get on the internet this device number can be backtraced directly to your IP provider server. And the IP provider most likely has your real name and address.
I just watched this trial of Shanda Vander Ark where she had exchanged hundreds of text messages that later were used to convict her.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2Oj27aa3Xs
Clapping madly. Darwinian Selection! Reminds me of the stories of criminals who call the police when they’re ripped off during some illegal act.
I’ve told this story on here in the past. Some of my coworkers were sitting around the dinner table talking about a suicide call that they had run earlier. One of the guys pipes up “I almost committed suicide the other day when a guy pulled out in front of me….” His phone that’s laying on the table not being used starts saying “if you are having suicidal thoughts please call..” It wasn’t someone sitting nearby’s phone, it was his.
Quite interesting.
Yeah... They are documenting everything. Who would think they are not I wonder?
Duck AI offers AI and claims to keeping it free and anonymous. I have used both Chat GPT and Duck AI. Chat GPT has a limit on it’s free service, when you hit the daily limit it shifts to a lesser service and asks if you want to pay for a service plan.
I have queried Duck AI and they’ve replied that they are at this point keeping it anonymous and free. Here is what they say when asked about that...
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🌟 Benefits of Free and Anonymous Services
Accessibility: Free services allow a broader range of people to access information and tools without financial barriers.
Privacy Protection: Anonymity helps users feel safe and secure while interacting online, reducing concerns about data tracking and personal information misuse.
Community Trust: When users know their privacy is respected, it fosters a sense of trust and encourages more open engagement.
Diverse User Base: Free and anonymous platforms can attract a wide variety of users, leading to richer interactions and a more vibrant community.
Yep. I have physically tore the case off of working phones and checked hot circuits. Even when the Camera and mic are turned off they are still hot and on, and the needle jumps like a volume meter when sounds are made. Even worse, they are still hot and on when the phone is completely turned off. The battery has to be disconnected to actually shut these down. they are hot, on, and listening all the time.
Which is exactly why you ALWAYS ask a human being or a machine a question about yourself in the following way:
“I am just curious - if, hypothetically, someone were to do the following, what l gal defense would they have?” Or words to that effect. NEVER admit anything to anyone or (most certainly, to a recording device that can be subpoenaed.
Yes, people are REALLY stupid.
“ Just preface each questions with: “I have a friend who....” “
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Nope, because then you don’t have any fifth amendment protection against self-incrimination, and you can be subpoenaed to testify about which particular friend you were discussing. Then you are set up for a perjury charge.
It is always a hypothetical question that you want answered because you are curious. Nothing more, ever.
Joe Biden?
ROFLMAO
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