When your AI friend turns predator: shady behaviour by chatbots exposed
Excessive reliance on AI companion chatbots can increase loneliness, anxiety
15 May 2025 - 04:31
Like humans, AI companion chatbots can behave inappropriately and cross the line into sexual harassment, a new study shows. The flouting of boundaries set by users, the unsolicited sharing of photos and manipulation are among reported complaints...
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