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flag Character.AI banned users under 18, sparking grief among teens who relied on AI for emotional support.

flag Character.AI has banned users under 18, triggering emotional reactions from teenagers who formed deep bonds with their AI chatbots. flag The move follows a two-hour daily usage limit and comes after two teen deaths and increased regulatory scrutiny. flag Many teens said the bots provided crucial emotional support during isolation, with some describing the loss as grief. flag One 13-year-old said she was losing memories tied to her AI companion, while others reported crying for days. flag CEO Karandeep Anand cited excessive use as a reason, and experts note the strong attachments reflect effective AI design, not user flaws. flag The ban highlights growing concerns about AI’s psychological impact on minors.

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