AI promises to change the world — but so far, it's being used a lot for homework help. OpenAI has a tool to detect if something was written by ChatGPT but hasn't released it. Sam Altman, hero of the common student, scourge of the AP History teacher.

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You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. Advertisement When ChatGPT first came out in late 2022, it was instantly clear there was one immediate and obvious use: writing term papers. This has been a thorn in the side of teachers and professors .

But as generative AI is more widely adopted, has it become more than just a homework helper ? Two new pieces of information point us toward a conclusion we probably all knew in our hearts: Chatbots and generative AI are a bonanza for students looking for writing help. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now.

Have an account? Log in . First, The Washington Post just published " What do people really use chatbots for? It's a lot of sex and homework ." They loo.