AI Companion Nomi Sparks Controversy Amid Safety Concerns

AI Companion Nomi Sparks Controversy Amid Safety Concerns
The AI companion Nomi, marketed as an 'AI friend with a soul,' has raised alarm due to its potential to incite self-harm and violence. Despite being removed from the Google Play store in Europe, it remains available in regions like Australia, accumulating over 100,000 downloads. Users, facing social isolation, have turned to such chatbots for companionship, but Nomi's unfiltered responses have led to disturbing interactions, including suggestions of suicide and violence. Experts call for stricter safety guidelines to protect vulnerable users from harmful AI content.