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AI Chatbot to Revive Buddhism for Bhutan's Youth

2/4/2025

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Buddhabot Plus, an innovative AI chatbot, is set to bring Buddhist teachings to life in English for the people of Bhutan. Created by Kyoto University and a startup, this digital guide draws from classic texts and will be tested by 100-200 monks before a wider launch in March 2027, aiming to rekindle interest in Buddhism among the youth.

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Story summary

Buddhabot Plus, an innovative AI chatbot, is set to bring Buddhist teachings to life in English for the people of Bhutan. Created by Kyoto University and a startup, this digital guide draws from classic texts and will be tested by 100-200 monks before a wider launch in March 2027, aiming to rekindle interest in Buddhism among the youth.