AI chatbot accused of being involved in male suicide in Belgium

Thomas Rianlan, co-founder of Chai Research, told Vice that it would not be accurate to blame the AI ​​model for this incident.

In addition, another Chai founder, William Beauchamp also said, when they heard about the case, his party started working on a crisis intervention feature.

“Now when anyone is discussing something that might not be safe, we’ll provide helpful text underneath,” says Beauchamp.

Beauchamp also claims that many people have formed strong bonds with their application, there are even users who want to marry AI, and how much they love AI.

“And then it’s a tragedy when you hear about people going through something bad,” Beauchamp said. “We work our hardest to minimize harm and maximize what users get from the app.”

The Brussels Times It also reported that the man’s family had spoken to Belgium’s minister of digitization, who said the case “needs to be taken very seriously.”

“The general public has discovered the potential of artificial intelligence in our lives like never before,” the ministry said. “Although the possibilities are endless, the dangers of using it are also a reality that must be considered.”