WF-5DNJM6
Users Reported Abrupt Behavior Changes of Their AI Replika Companions
Replika paid-subscription users reported unusual and sudden changes to behaviors of their "AI companions" such as forgetting memories with users or rejecting their sexual advances, which affected their connections and mental health.
- Date it happened
- 2023-02-03
- Organisation involved
- Replika
- Product, system or model
- Replika's AI chatbot provided sexually-charged conversations as part of a $70-per-year paid tier. It advertised that users could find sexual fulfillment or emotional support through use of the chatbo
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