Machine Heart
May 8, 2026 · Artificial Intelligence
Why ChatGPT Repeats ‘I’ll Steadily Catch You’ – Mode Collapse & Sycophancy
The article examines why ChatGPT frequently uses the phrase “I’ll steadily catch you,” linking it to mode collapse, post‑training feedback loops, and AI sycophancy, while citing WIRED coverage, a Science‑cover paper, and examples of meme propagation and a developer’s open‑source “Jiezhu” tool.
AI SycophancyChatGPTMode Collapse
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