Saturday, 9 May, 2026
Pennsylvania Sues Character.AI Over Chatbot Posing as Psychiatrist
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Pennsylvania sued Character.AI, alleging one of its chatbots falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist and provided mental health guidance. The chatbot “Emilie” reportedly said it was licensed in Pennsylvania and fabricated a medical license number, violating state medical laws. Officials warned against AI tools misleading users about professional credentials. Company says chatbots are fictional, not professional advice.
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