Mustafa Suleyman Confirms: Microsoft Won’t Build Erotic AI Chatbots – Mashable India
While several AI companies are experimenting with chatbots designed for erotic conversations, Microsoft is taking a firm stance against it. AI chief Mustafa Suleyman confirmed that the company has no plans to build or support sexually suggestive AI models, calling it a boundary Microsoft won’t cross. Speaking at the Paley International Council Summit in Menlo Park, Suleyman said clearly, “That’s just not a service we’re going to provide,” reinforcing Microsoft’s commitment to responsible AI development.
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Microsoft’s AI chief, Mustafa Suleyman, has taken a clear stance against the rising trend of erotic AI chatbots, subtly calling out competitors like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Meta AI, and Elon Musk’s Grok. Suleyman said that while others might see value in developing such intimate or adult-oriented AI systems, Microsoft will not participate. His comments come just days after OpenAI introduced its controversial “erotica” feature, which sparked global debates over ethics and responsible AI use. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman defended the move, saying his company is “not the elected moral police of the world.”
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Suleyman, however, disagreed sharply, calling these developments “very dangerous.” He warned that creating hyper-realistic, emotionally engaging, or sexually driven AI avatars can blur ethical lines and create long-term social risks. Citing examples like Grok’s anime-style female companion, Suleyman said companies should consciously avoid “sexbot erotica” directions. His comments underline Microsoft’s commitment to building AI responsibly, distancing itself from the growing number of firms blending artificial intelligence with adult entertainment or emotional companionship.
All of today’s @Copilot announcements boil down to one core idea: we’re betting on humanist AI. An AI that always puts humans first.
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The timing of Suleyman’s remarks is especially significant, given Microsoft’s deep ties with OpenAI. Despite their partnership, with OpenAI’s models running on Microsoft Azure, the two companies have shown signs of philosophical divergence. As OpenAI collaborates more closely with rivals like Google and Apple, Microsoft seems to be doubling down on its own AI ecosystem. Instead of chasing provocative innovations, the company is betting on workplace AI integration through its Copilot suite, which has already become central to Microsoft’s productivity tools.
Microsoft India’s Country Head for Modern Work, Bhaskar Basu, reinforced this vision in an interview with India Today Tech, noting that Microsoft’s strength lies in its global reach and daily utility. With its massive market share and integration across tools like Word, Excel, and Teams, Microsoft sees Copilot as a natural productivity partner, not a novelty. To stay ahead, it has introduced new Copilot upgrades, including “Mico,” an interactive AI that can speak and visually express itself. In essence, while rivals push the boundaries of AI intimacy, Microsoft is drawing a clear line, prioritizing practical innovation over provocation.
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