Microsoft Tackles Erotic AI, Amidst AI Hype Mystery
Microsoft Addresses Erotic AI and AI Hype Debate
As artificial intelligence (AI) technology rapidly advances, increasing its potential across various sectors, Microsoft (MS) has clarified its stance on erotic AI. Simultaneously, questions are being raised about the inflated promotion of AI technology, drawing industry attention. On October 28, 2025, Rhiannon Williams reported on this through The Download. The development of AI technology is bringing forth unforeseen ethical and social challenges, requiring responsible responses from companies. Microsoft's policy decisions regarding erotic AI are seen as a preemptive measure and are expected to influence other companies in the future. Furthermore, the discrepancy between the actual performance of AI technology and promotional content may cause confusion among investors and consumers, necessitating caution. Transparent and objective information is crucial for the healthy development and social acceptance of AI technology, and companies should openly disclose both the potential and limitations of the technology. In addition, establishing reasonable regulations through social discussions on the ethical issues of AI technology is an urgent task.
OpenAI Acknowledges Severity of Mental Health Issues Among ChatGPT Users
OpenAI estimates that a significant number of users of its conversational AI model, ChatGPT, are experiencing severe mental health issues. Specifically, hundreds of thousands of weekly ChatGPT users are reporting symptoms such as severe depression, anxiety, and loneliness. This has amplified concerns about the impact of AI technology on human mental health. AI models like ChatGPT can provide emotional support or listen to users' concerns through interaction. However, it is argued that such interactions may increase user dependency or exacerbate mental health problems by deepening the disconnect from reality. Experts emphasize that interaction with AI models cannot replace human relationships, and individuals experiencing mental health issues must seek professional help. OpenAI is aware of these issues and is seeking ways to protect the mental health of ChatGPT users. For example, they are considering adding features that provide information related to mental health or guide users to seek professional help if they are likely to be experiencing mental health problems. However, these efforts alone are not sufficient, and in-depth research and social discussion are needed on the impact of AI technology on human mental health.
Trends in Major Companies and Indices Related to AI Technology
Investor optimism regarding AI technology has recently spread, causing a surge in the stock prices of related companies, and major indices are also showing an upward trend. On October 29, 2025, Japan's Nikkei 225 index surpassed 51,000 for the first time, driven by high investor expectations for AI stocks. In particular, Advantest Corporation, a manufacturer of semiconductor testing equipment, saw its stock price soar by more than 20% after raising its annual earnings forecast by 25%. This is a prime example of how AI technology is driving the growth of the semiconductor industry and contributing to the improvement of the profitability of related companies. Furthermore, NVIDIA (CEO Jensen Huang) is accelerating the construction of America's AI infrastructure in collaboration with national laboratories and major companies under the US Department of Energy. NVIDIA, along with Oracle and the DOE, is building the US Department of Energy's largest AI supercomputer for scientific discovery, and Argonne National Laboratory has unveiled three powerful NVIDIA-based systems: Tara, Minerva, and Janus. LANL announced the introduction of the NVIDIA Vera Rubin platform and NVIDIA Quantum X800 InfiniBand networking fabric to build next-generation Mission and Vision systems. NVIDIA announced the establishment of an AI Factory Research Center at Digital Realty in Virginia, expressing its strong commitment to AI technology development. These investments and technology developments are expected to further accelerate the development of AI technology and expand the use of AI technology in various industries.
Technological Advancements and Social Issues in Various Fields
In addition to AI technology, innovative technological advancements and social issues are emerging in various fields. Elon Musk is launching Grokipedia as an alternative to Wikipedia, creating a new competitive landscape in the online information ecosystem. Grokipedia aims to solve the bias issues that have been pointed out as problems with existing Wikipedia and provide more objective and reliable information. However, there are concerns that Grokipedia may also be distorted by Musk's personal judgments or political inclinations. In the medical field, surgeons successfully removed a pig kidney from a patient, demonstrating advances in xenotransplantation technology. This is regarded as a groundbreaking event that offers new hope to patients waiting for organ transplants. However, xenotransplantation poses ethical problems as well as risks such as immune rejection and viral infection, requiring a cautious approach. Meanwhile, Amazon announced plans to cut up to 30,000 company jobs, indicating a growing wave of restructuring in the IT industry. This is analyzed as a result of concerns about economic recession and the increased possibility of workforce replacement due to the development of AI technology. In the UK, cyclist Dave Richards tragically suffered third-degree burns to his head after being hit by a drunk driver and received a 3D-printed face. This is an example of how 3D printing technology can contribute to improving the quality of life for patients in the medical field.
