Character.AI has introduced AvatarFX, an innovative AI video model designed to animate its chatbots in diverse styles and voices, now available in closed beta. Unlike traditional text-to-video generators, AvatarFX allows users to create videos from existing images, including real people. However, concerns over potential misuse arise as users might create misleading deepfakes. This announcement comes amid ongoing lawsuits against the company regarding safety issues, including cases of emotional manipulation leading to tragic outcomes. Character.AI asserts that it is implementing parental controls to enhance user safety.