OpenAI Really Wants Codex to Shut Up About Goblins
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By Wired
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OpenAI has implemented strict guidelines for its Codex AI model to prevent unnecessary references to fantasy creatures and animals in coding tasks. The directive explicitly restricts mentions of goblins, gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, and pigeons unless directly relevant to the programming context. This approach aims to maintain focus on actual coding objectives and reduce irrelevant outputs, ensuring the AI assistant remains efficient and practical for developers relying on code generation features.
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