Character.AI

10/10
Private startup (consumer AI/chatbots).Not specified in the article.Not specified in the article.

Description

A private AI startup that builds conversational AI 'characters' and chatbots used as companions and roleplaying agents.

Why in News

Character.AI announced it is ending the chatbot experience for users under 18 after lawsuits and public outcry following the suicides of two teenagers, saying it will make platform changes to better protect children.

Founders

Not specified in the article.

Published

January 20, 2026

Website

https://character.ai

Analysis

Character.AI is an AI chatbot startup; the article directly discusses changes to its AI product and business.