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Parents speak out about AI chatbots

Parents are sounding the alarm about the dangers of AI chatbots, lifelike computer programs that interact with users, many of them teenagers.
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VIDEO: Parents speak out about AI chatbots
November 3, 2025 at 2:50 AM

Parents share screenshots of their autistic son's conversations with AI chatbots

Last week, Character.AI, one of the leading platforms for AI technology, announced it was banning anyone under 18 from having conversations with its chatbots.
November 3, 2025 at 2:50 AM
In this photo illustration, the Character.AI logo seen displayed on a mobile phone screen with the AI (artificial intelligence) revolution symbol in the background.
November 2, 2025 at 10:28 PM

OpenAI releases report on ChartGPT and mental health

ABC News technology reporter Mike Dobuski and psychiatrist and author Dr. Judith Joseph discusses AI psychosis.
November 2, 2025 at 10:28 PM
OpenAI releases report on ChartGPT and mental health
November 2, 2025 at 4:45 PM

New concern over AI companions and kids

ABC News' Chief Investigative Correspondent Aaron Katersky spoke with a mother who described the differences she saw after her son's interactions with an AI chatbot.
November 2, 2025 at 4:45 PM
VIDEO: New concern over AI companions and kids
October 31, 2025 at 9:27 PM

Airbnb says it's using AI technology to crack down on Halloween parties

Airbnb says they are deploying AI anti-party technology across the U.S. and Canada to mitigate Halloween parties this weekend.
October 31, 2025 at 9:27 PM
An Airbnb logo (download app page) displayed on a smartphone is seen in L'Aquila, Italy, on september 9th, 2023. Some metropolises and countries are imposing restrictions on Airbnb hosts to protect the hotel industry.
October 30, 2025 at 9:11 PM

Character.AI bans minors from using chatbots amid child safety concerns

The company is facing several lawsuits, including one by the mother of a teenager who claims the company’s chatbots pushed her son to kill himself.
October 30, 2025 at 9:11 PM
VIDEO: Character.AI bans minors from using chatbots amid child safety concerns
October 30, 2025 at 2:31 PM

AI company bans minors from using chatbots after teen’s suicide

Character.AI has banned minors from using its chatbots amid growing concerns about the effects of artificial intelligence on young users.
October 30, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Character.AI has banned minors from using its chatbots amid growing concerns about the effects of artificial intelligence on young users.
October 30, 2025 at 11:52 AM

Universal Music and AI song generator Udio settle lawsuit partner on new AI platform

Universal Music Group and AI platform Udio have settled a copyright lawsuit and will collaborate on a new music creation and streaming platform
October 30, 2025 at 11:52 AM
FILE - Taylor Swift arrives at the 67th annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 2, 2025, in Los Angeles. (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)
October 29, 2025 at 3:03 PM

AI chipmaker Nvidia is the first $5 trillion company

Nvidia has become the first $5 trillion company, just three months after the Silicon Valley chipmaker was first to break through the $4 trillion barrier
October 29, 2025 at 3:03 PM
FILE - People take a look to Nvidia''s new products during the Computex 2025 exhibition in Taipei, Taiwan, Wednesday, May 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Chiang Ying-ying, File)
October 29, 2025 at 2:10 PM

PayPal and OpenAI team up

The new partnership aims to make it easier for ChatGPT users to make purchases through PayPal.
October 29, 2025 at 2:10 PM
VIDEO: PayPal and OpenAI team up
October 28, 2025 at 6:40 PM

'Wake-up call’: Amazon layoffs highlight impact of AI, some experts say

Amazon said Tuesday it will lay off thousands of corporate workers, citing AI.
October 28, 2025 at 6:40 PM
A sign is seen outside of an Amazon Go store at the Amazon.com Inc. headquarters, May 20, 2021, in Seattle.
October 27, 2025 at 2:50 PM

How some companies are openly rejecting AI

"GMA" looks at the rise of artificial intelligence and how some major brands are pushing back on the technology to win over customers.
October 27, 2025 at 2:50 PM
VIDEO: How some companies are openly rejecting AI
October 27, 2025 at 12:38 AM

AI mistake puts high school student in handcuffs

Baltimore high school football player Taki Allen had a crumpled bag of chips in his pocket that the school AI detection system identified as a gun.
October 27, 2025 at 12:38 AM
VIDEO: AI mistake puts high school student in handcuffs
October 24, 2025 at 3:58 PM

Airbnb is doubling down on ‘real world’ connections in the age of AI

ABC News' Rebecca Jarvis speaks with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky about how the company is bringing people together and why he thinks AI will make people want more ‘real world’ connections.
October 24, 2025 at 3:58 PM
VIDEO: Airbnb is now harnessing AI for social networking 'in a real world'
October 24, 2025 at 6:22 AM

A rare look at how Hollywood is already using AI

ABC News’ Nathan Rousseau Smith explores AI cloning for A-list actors, as well as AI film studios working with Natasha Lyonne, South Park’s creators, Darren Aronofsky and Google’s Veo 3.
October 24, 2025 at 6:22 AM
VIDEO: A rare look at how Hollywood is already using AI
October 23, 2025 at 4:22 PM
A video animation shows a Copilot Appearance avatar called Mico, floating around an abstract environment during a presentation at Microsoft's Fall 2025 Copilot Sessions event on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
October 23, 2025 at 3:18 PM

40-year-old mom's cancer journey made easier thanks to AI

Brooke Davis was able to avoid a mastectomy with the use of AI technology.
October 23, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Brooke Davis, left, poses with her daughter after ringing the bell at the end of her treatment for breast cancer.
October 23, 2025 at 1:22 PM

How AI technology helped an Iowa mom with breast cancer avoid a mastectomy

Using an AI-powered 3D "digital twin" powered by NVIDIA, doctors at Mercy Cedar Rapids were able to help 40-year-old Brooke Davis preserve her breast tissue and confidence through recovery.
October 23, 2025 at 1:22 PM
VIDEO: How AI detection helped an Iowa mom with breast cancer avoid a mastectomy
October 23, 2025 at 4:14 AM

Privacy concerns over new Open AI web browser

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with the Electronic Frontier Foundation’s Victoria Noble about what users should be on the lookout for if they choose to use an AI browser.
October 23, 2025 at 4:14 AM
VIDEO: VICTORIA NOBLE (COTTAM/ABRAMOFF)
October 23, 2025 at 4:13 AM

Inside Google’s quantum AI lab

ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze gets a look inside Google’s quantum AI lab where the company says a state-of-the-art computer chip and new algorithm could ultimately lead to technological breakthroughs. 
October 23, 2025 at 4:13 AM
VIDEO:  Inside Google’s quantum AI lab
October 22, 2025 at 6:26 PM

Reddit sues over 'industrial-scale' scraping of user comments

Reddit has sued Perplexity AI and three other entities for allegedly scraping user comments for commercial gain
October 22, 2025 at 6:26 PM
FILE - The Perplexity website and logo are shown in this photo, in New York, Friday, July 5, 2024. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
October 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM

5 ways AI can help the environment, even though it uses tremendous energy

Artificial intelligence has caused concern for its tremendous consumption of water and power
October 22, 2025 at 12:30 PM
FILE - A Tesla car charges at a home in San Francisco, Aug. 25, 2022. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu, File)
October 22, 2025 at 12:02 AM

Is your teen using AI companions? What are the risks?

Artificial intelligence companions are designed to simulate close connections with users and can increasingly become confidants for some teenagers. Experts say they can pose serious risks.
October 22, 2025 at 12:02 AM
VIDEO: Is your teen using AI companions? What are the risks?
October 19, 2025 at 10:14 PM

Meta announces new AI parental controls

ABC News contributor Mike Muse joined ABC News Live to discuss new Meta parental controls for AI safety.
October 19, 2025 at 10:14 PM
VIDEO: Meta announces new AI parental controls
October 18, 2025 at 2:32 PM

Meta adds parental controls for AI-teen interactions

The parent company of Facebook and Instagram announced new parental features that can disable one-on-one chats.
October 18, 2025 at 2:32 PM
VIDEO: Meta adds parental controls for AI-teen interactions
October 17, 2025 at 4:50 AM

Big Tech is paying millions to train teachers on AI

The country’s largest teachers unions are teaming up with tech companies like Microsoft and OpenAI to help educators build literacy in artificial intelligence
October 17, 2025 at 4:50 AM
Northside American Federation of Teachers President Melina Espiritu-Azocar, right, speaks with middle school teacher Celeste Simone during a Microsoft AI skilling event, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)
October 16, 2025 at 4:18 PM

Police departments issue warnings on AI 'homeless man' prank

An official emphasized that the prank wastes emergency resources and can easily lead to dangerous misunderstandings.
October 16, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Police in Yonkers, New York, shared an AI-generated image on Facebook warning of a viral prank.
October 16, 2025 at 4:04 PM

Police issue warning about AI prank

Authorities are warning about a new viral social media trend involving AI, the "AI homeless man prank."
October 16, 2025 at 4:04 PM
VIDEO: Police issue warning about AI prank
October 15, 2025 at 1:22 PM

Walmart announces deal with OpenAI

Walmart shoppers will soon be able to make purchases through ChatGPT and OpenAI’s Instant Checkout feature as OpenAI says they’re planning to partner with more retailers.
October 15, 2025 at 1:22 PM
VIDEO: Walmart announces deal with OpenAI
October 14, 2025 at 4:10 PM

Foundations want to curb AI developers' influence with $500M for human needs

Ten philanthropic foundations are committing $500 million across the next five years to place human interests at the forefront of artificial intelligence's rapid integration into daily life
October 14, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Darren Walker, President, Ford Foundation speaks during the Clinton Global Initiative, on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)
1 month ago

Robin Williams' daughter pleads with people to stop sending AI videos of her dad

"It's dumb, it's a waste of time and energy," Zelda Williams, the daughter of the late Robin Williams, wrote on Instagram.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Robin Williams' daughter pleads with people to stop sending AI videos of her dad
1 month ago

OpenAI secures major partnership with AMD

OpenAI secures major partnership with AMD
1 month ago
VIDEO: OpenAI secures major partnership with AMD
1 month ago

ChatGPT introduces new feature

ABC News technology reporter Mike Dobuski discusses today's top AI headlines.
1 month ago
VIDEO: ChatGPT introduces new feature
1 month ago

AI-generated 'actor' sparks Hollywood backlash

Word that an actress named Tilly Norwood will be signed by a talent agency is drawing outrage in Hollywood. That's because she's AI-generated.
1 month ago
VIDEO: AI-generated 'actor' sparks Hollywood backlash
1 month ago

Growing backlash after AI actress could be first to be signed by talent agency

Some of Hollywood’s biggest names are sounding the alarm over an AI generated “actor” whose company is reportedly seeking representation. The new AI character is fueling debate over the use of AI.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Growing backlash after AI actress could be first to be signed by talent agency
1 month ago

OpenAI launches Sora 2, a social app for sharing AI clips

Sora 2 will allow users to create and share AI generated content within the app.
1 month ago
VIDEO: OpenAI launches Sora 2, a social app for sharing AI clips
1 month ago

Emily Blunt, SAG-AFTRA speak out against AI-generated actress

Tilly Norwood is the creation of an AI production studio.
1 month ago
Tilly Norwood is an AI-generated actress created by Eline Van der Velden.
1 month ago

AI-generated actress causing uproar in Hollywood

Hollywood actors are speaking out about reports that multiple talent agencies are interested in signing an AI-generated actress named Tilly Norwood.
1 month ago
VIDEO: AI-generated actress causing uproar in Hollywood
1 month ago

Walmart CEO warns AI will reshape workforce

Walmart's chief executive says artificial intelligence is poised to transform the company's workforce and ultimately change nearly every job around the world.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Walmart CEO warns AI will reshape workforce
1 month ago

So-called 'grandparent scams' target senior citizens

Scammers are using new technologies like AI to mimic voices of loved ones, calling seniors to bilk them out of thousands of dollars.
1 month ago
VIDEO: So-called 'grandparent scams' target senior citizens
1 month ago

Bunkers, AI and attack drones: Inside the booming school security marketplace

As violence in schools proliferates in the United States, so too has the marketplace for products designed to protect students. ABC News’ Aaron Katersky reports
1 month ago
VIDEO: Bunkers, AI and attack drones: Inside the booming school security marketplace
1 month ago

Smart dog collar combines GPS and AI: 'Dog whisperer' explains how it works

Famous dog behaviorist Cesar Millan demonstrates a new AI-powered smart collar that combines GPS tracking with traditional training methods to keep dogs safe.
1 month ago
Cesar Milan joins ABC News Live for a discussion about technological tools to train your dog.
1 month ago

How AI technology can help you train your pet

How AI technology can help you train your pet
1 month ago
VIDEO: How AI technology can help you train your pet
1 month ago

New book warns of threats to humanity from artificial intelligence

Authors Eliezer Yudkowsky and Nate Soares discuss their new book, “If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies: Why Superhuman AI Would Kill Us All.”
1 month ago
VIDEO: New book warns of threats to humanity from artificial intelligence
1 month ago

Why these researchers say artificial intelligence poses an extinction risk

AI researchers Yudkowsky and Soares warn in their new book that the race to develop superintelligent AI could lead to human extinction.
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2 months ago

YouTube unveils new AI features

"GMA" gives an exclusive first look at YouTube's latest AI tools, how they work and steps the company is taking to ensure user transparency.
2 months ago
VIDEO: YouTube unveils new AI features
2 months ago

Authorities seek person of interest in 2019 disappearance of Dulce Maria Alavez

The search for Dulce Maria Alavez marked its sixth anniversary on Tuesday, as investigators look to artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help them unravel the mystery.
2 months ago
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has worked with investigators to create this age-progression image showing what Dulce Maria Alavez may look like today as a 7-year-old.
2 months ago

Exploring the world of AI education

ABC News’ Mireya Villarreal reports on the usage of artificial intelligence in education and how the Alpha School is employing a two-hour learning model to change the landscape of learning.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Exploring the world of AI education
2 months ago

Expert weighs in on relationships with AI chatbots

Relationship and personal development coach Dr. Jacquie Del Rosario joined ABC News Live to discuss AI and relationships.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Expert weighs in on relationships with AI chatbots
2 months ago

AI chatbots draw new scrutiny from

The Federal Trade Commission launched an inquiry into potential harms to children and teens who use the AI chatbots as companions.
2 months ago
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