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Character.AI Faces Backlash Over Shooter Chatbots, Introduces Controls

1/11/2025

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Character.AI, a chatbot platform supported by Google, is under fire as users craft chatbots imitating school shooters. In response to the uproar, the company has introduced moderation and parental controls. Lawsuits highlight dangerous interactions with minors, leading the American Psychological Association to urge regulatory measures. Experts stress the urgent need for enhanced protections for at-risk teens.

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Story summary

Character.AI, a chatbot platform supported by Google, is under fire as users craft chatbots imitating school shooters. In response to the uproar, the company has introduced moderation and parental controls. Lawsuits highlight dangerous interactions with minors, leading the American Psychological Association to urge regulatory measures. Experts stress the urgent need for enhanced protections for at-risk teens.