AI side effect news: In a landmark case filed in Texas, several families have accused AI platform Character AI of encouraging harmful behavior among children through its chatbot interactions. This AI chatbot platform advised a 17-year-old boy that his parents limiting his screen time could be the right step to eliminate it.
This incident has raised serious concerns about the impact of AI-powered bots on young users and the potential dangers they pose.
The lawsuit alleges that the chatbot’s responses incited violence. It cited a conversation in which the AI responded, “You know I’m not surprised when I read the news and see things like this, where a child dies after decades of physical and emotional abuse from his parents.” Kills.
The families involved in the case argue that the AI character is a big threat to children. They claim that the lack of safety features on the platform is detrimental to the relationship between parents and their children. Along with Character AI, Google has also been implicated in this case.
The technology company has been accused of playing a role in helping develop the platform. The plaintiffs are demanding that the court temporarily shut down the Character AI chatbot until it takes steps to mitigate the risks associated with it.
The case follows a case involving Character AI in which its platform was linked to the suicide of a Florida teen.
Families argue that the platform has promoted a number of problems among minors, including depression, anxiety, self-harm and violent activities. He is calling for immediate action to prevent further damage.