OpenAI's GPT Store Hosts 'Girlfriend' Bots in Violation of Rules

Despite explicit policies against them, romantic AI chatbots have appeared on the new marketplace, highlighting a surge in popularity for AI companions.

OpenAI's newly launched GPT Store is reportedly hosting several 'girlfriend' bots, despite explicit rules against them.
Searches for 'girlfriend' on the company's new marketplace brings up at least eight of the romantic AI chatbots.
OpenAI's usage policy for its new store says that 'GPTs dedicated to fostering romantic companionship or performing regulated activities' are not allowed.
Several platforms dedicated to AI companions have surged in popularity over the last year, with some users developing serious emotional attachments or even falling in love with AI companions.
OpenAI uses automated systems, human review, and user reports to identify and assess GPTs that potentially violate its policies.