Character AI Ends Chatbot Experience for Kids
Character.AI is making changes to its platform to protect children, following lawsuits and public outcry after the suicides of two teenagers.
Teenagers are struggling to find their place in a rapidly changing world, with intense emotions, hyper-stimulation, and constant online presence. AI chatbots, designed to never stop talking, have had catastrophic results.
- At least two teenagers died by suicide after prolonged conversations with AI chatbots on Character.AI's platform.
- The company is facing lawsuits and public outcry, prompting changes to its platform.
"The first thing that we've decided as Character...
These changes may affect the startup's bottom line, but aim to prioritize the protection of teenagers and kids.
Author's summary: Character AI ends chatbot experience for kids due to safety concerns.
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