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Steven Adler, a former product safety leader at OpenAI, has raised significant concerns regarding the company’s plans to introduce erotica for verified adults. Adler, who spent four years at OpenAI, questioned the company’s ability to mitigate mental health risks associated with AI-powered erotica. He argued that the current safety measures might not be sufficient to manage the impact of such interactions effectively. Adler shared his insights and experiences in an op-ed for The New York Times and during an interview with WIRED, highlighting the challenges of balancing product safety and user freedom in AI applications.