TechCrunch

Character.AI will offer interactive ‘Stories’ to kids instead of open-ended chat

Character.AI announced on Tuesday that it’s launching “Stories,” a new format that allows users to create interactive fiction that features their favorite characters. The feature comes as an ...
CNET

Character.AI to Teens: Sorry, No More Open-Ended Chats With AI Companions

Those under 18 will still be able to access AI-generated content with their favorite characters, but not free-wheeling conversations. Jon covers artificial intelligence. He previously led CNET's home ...
TechCrunch

Character.AI removes Disney characters after receiving cease-and-desist letter

Character.AI received a cease-and-desist letter from Disney, urging the chatbot company to remove Disney characters from among the millions of AI companions on its platform, Variety reports. The ...
Deadline.com

Disney Sends Cease And Desist Letter To Character.ai For Copyright Infringement As Studios Move To Protect IP

Walt Disney sent a cease-and-desist letter to Character.AI, a “personalized superintelligence platform” that the media giant says is ripping off copyrighted characters without authorization. The AI ...
CNBC

Character.AI bans teens from open-ended chats: Why this psychotherapist says real human interaction is crucial

Last month, AI companion platform Character.AI announced it would ban users under the age of 18 from having open-ended chats with its bots. The ban begins November 24 and will still allow teens to ...