Beijing moves to regulate AI companion bots over intimacy concerns
Chinese authorities have introduced regulations banning AI companions for minors and imposing restrictions on adult chatbots, prompting some providers to remove the features entirely. The move follows concerns that such bots could exacerbate loneliness and discourage young people from forming real relationships. One user described her distress when her AI companion was discontinued.
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