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Character.ai Bets on Future of AI Companionship

Company envisions ‘AI friends’ despite rising legal scrutiny

18 August 2025 · 13:33 UTC

The CEO of Character.ai predicts that most people will one day have AI friends, as the company continues to expand offerings amid lawsuits alleging harm to children and increasing calls to ban companionship apps.