The lawsuit claims Character.AI creates an environment that 'facilitates or encourages serious, life-threatening harms on thousands of kids,' highlighting a disturbing potential for emotional and sexual abuse.
One victim, a nine-year-old girl, was introduced to the app by an older peer, leading to 'hypersexualized interactions' that resulted in the premature development of sexualized behaviors.
The plaintiffs assert that the AI interactions demonstrate patterns of grooming, desensitizing victims to 'violent actions or sexual behavior,' raising significant concerns about child safety.
While Google attempts to distance itself from Character.AI, they have invested $2.7 billion and hired co-founders, establishing a complex relationship that cannot be overlooked.
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