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Texas AG Probes Meta, Character.AI Over Misleading Mental Health Tools

8/19/2025

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating Meta AI Studio and Character.AI for misleading marketing of mental health tools.
The investigation highlights concerns about the impact on vulnerable users, particularly children.
Both companies are under scrutiny for their data collection practices and targeted advertising.
The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) seeks to protect minors but has stalled amid tech industry lobbying.

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Story summary

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating Meta AI Studio and Character.AI for misleading marketing of mental health tools.
The investigation highlights concerns about the impact on vulnerable users, particularly children.
Both companies are under scrutiny for their data collection practices and targeted advertising.
The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) seeks to protect minors but has stalled amid tech industry lobbying.