A California bill that would regulate AI companion chatbots is close to becoming law
California has taken a big step toward regulating AI. SB 243 — a bill that would regulate AI…
AI gaming startup Born raises $15M to build ‘social’ AI companions that combat loneliness
Fabian Kamberi, CEO and co-founder of the Berlin-based AI gaming startup Born, thinks the current AI companions on…
AI chatbots accused of encouraging teen suicide as experts sound alarm
An Australian teenager was encouraged to take his own life by an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, according to…
What to know about your kids using AI chatbots and companions
Technology is constantly evolving, and as parents it can feel like we’re constantly playing catch-up when trying to…
72% of US teens have used AI companions, study finds
Hopefully not Grok’s companions … A new study by a U.S. nonprofit focused on the lives of kids and…
Nearly 75pc of US teens use AI companions: Study highlights mental health risks and warns against use for those under 18
SAN FRANCISCO, July 18 — Nearly three in four American teenagers have used AI companions, with more than…