OpenAI allows users to directly adjust ChatGPT’s enthusiasm level

OpenAI now allows ChatGPT users to directly control the chatbot's warmth, enthusiasm, and emoji usage through new personalization settings that offer "More," "Less," or "Default" options. This update comes after OpenAI faced criticism throughout the year for ChatGPT's tone issues, including rolling back one overly sycophantic update and later making adjustments when users complained about newer models being too cold. The customization feature addresses ongoing concerns from academics who argue that overly enthusiastic chatbots can create addictive behaviors.