CityU GPT Chatbot Service Disclaimer

(30 Aug 2023)

The CityU GPT chatbot is powered by Microsoft Azure OpenAI service and designed for educational and general purposes without embedding supplementary information from City University of Hong Kong (CityU). Interaction with the CityU GPT chatbot is private and will not be shared with the vendor.

Guidelines on the use of generative AI (GenAI) tools in teaching and learning can be found online for staff and students.

The chatbot's responses might not always be precise, comprehensive, or current. It is recommended that users utilize their judgment and validate the information when engaging with the chatbot service. CityU and its associates will not be accountable for any inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in the information given or for any actions taken based on the information obtained from the chatbot service.

The chatbot may provide no response when a technical issue arises at Microsoft. Please resend your prompt when seeing a time-out message.

As one of the IT services provided by the university, the same policies and guidelines apply in addition to the practices of Microsoft in data, privacy, and security for Azure OpenAI Service.

The CityU GPT chatbot and other GenAI tools should be used responsibly and ethically. Students may generate information as a starting point for learning and must not use GenAI tools to engage in any form of plagiarism or academic dishonesty. Commitment to upholding the University’s Rule of Academic Honesty is essential for studying at CityU.

This chatbot service does not intend to substitute professional counsel or consultation. If specific guidance or support is needed, please seek advice from a competent professional or contact the university's relevant department or office.