Tuesday, 31 March, 2026
Character.AI Pivots to Interactive Stories for Youth Safety
By Isha
Character.AI is replacing its open-ended chat feature for users under 18 with "Stories," a new "safety-first" format. Driven by lawsuits and mounting mental health concerns over unpredictable AI companions, this shift limits interaction to structured, multi-path interactive novels. The company's move toward guided, narrative-focused experiences provides creative engagement for teens while minimizing the psychological risks associated with free-form chatbot conversations.
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