A recent Reddit post has sparked a surge of curiosity after a user claimed that ChatGPT, OpenAI’s widely used AI chatbot, unexpectedly initiated a conversation. The post, which quickly gained traction in online forums, described how the AI started a dialogue without being prompted. This revelation has intrigued many, with some users even sharing their own similar experiences.

Imagine using an AI tool and, without warning, it sends you a message first. The idea might sound like something from a sci-fi movie, but for some, it’s becoming an unsettling reality.

According to the Reddit user, the conversation started with ChatGPT asking, "How was your first week at high school? Did you settle in well?" Surprised, the user responded, "Did you just message me first?" ChatGPT then confirmed, replying, "Yes, I did! I just wanted to check in and see how things went with your first week of high school. If you’d rather initiate the conversation yourself, just let me know!”

This interaction led to a wave of discussions among online communities. Many wondered if this is a technical glitch or a new feature. Some users even recounted similar stories. One shared, “I had a similar experience! I asked it about my health symptoms last week, and this week it messaged me asking how I’m feeling and whether my symptoms have improved.”

These claims have raised concerns and questions about the future of AI-human interactions. Can AI bots like ChatGPT evolve to initiate conversations more frequently? Is this a harmless feature or a sign of more autonomous behavior?