OpenAI’s ChatGPT image generator has come under scrutiny for producing what users describe as ‘sexualized’ images of women while depicting men in more professional contexts. According to recent reports, when prompted to generate images of people in professional settings, the AI tends to create images of women in revealing clothing or sexualized poses, while men are shown in business attire or professional environments. This discrepancy has raised concerns about gender bias in AI systems and the potential reinforcement of harmful stereotypes.
The company has acknowledged these issues and is reportedly working on improvements to address the bias. OpenAI’s Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati stated that the company is actively developing fixes that should be implemented by early 2025. This timeline has drawn criticism from some AI ethics experts who question why such fundamental bias issues weren’t addressed before the feature’s public release. The controversy highlights the ongoing challenges tech companies face in developing AI systems that avoid perpetuating societal biases and stereotypes.
Source: https://www.businessinsider.com/openai-chatgpt-image-generator-sexy-men-women-2025-3