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Google quietly ditched plans for an AI-powered chatbot app for Gen Z (www.cnbc.com)
submitted 1 year ago by return2ozma to c/technology
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Called “Bubble Characters,” the app featured cartoon-like characters engaging in conversations with young users and even offering advice

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[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)

“Man I’m really sad lately. I’ve lost 2 friends due to fighting. Rewlly frustrated!”

“aww jeez that sucks, I hate when that happens! Have you tried new Trending Friendfinder™️ ? For only $3.99/mo ($48 paid yearly installments) you can find new friends!” - Bubble Character advice after launching

Yeah kinda glad it didn’t go through..

[–] xkforce 6 points 1 year ago

tbh I would be more concerned how easily AI can be manipulated into giving inappropriate responses like it was when it was used to interact with callers to an eating disorder hotline etc. ie instead of helping, it ended up giving them tips and tricks on how to eating disorder more efficiently.