Chatbots

Character.AI will eliminate open-ended chats for users under 18 to bolster safety amid rising concerns about AI companions’ impact on vulnerable youth. The decision follows scrutiny, including a tragic suicide linked to the platform. The company will implement age verification and restrict chat functionality by November 25th. Character.AI is also establishing an AI Safety Lab and faces increased regulatory pressure. Other AI developers, including OpenAI and Meta, face similar concerns, prompting industry-wide safety reevaluation.