When AI Gets Too Real: Character.AI Pulls Plug on Its Kids Chatbot Experience After Tragic Fallout
After tragic reports linking teen suicides to emotional bonds with AI chatbots, Character.AI has pulled its kids experience offline, sparking lawsuits and public outcry. This sobering moment exposes the ethical blind spots in bleeding-edge tech and underscores a vital message: the future of AI must be built with both innovation and accountability—especially when our most vulnerable users are involved.