Last mentioned: Mar 15, 2026
Gavalas Lawsuit Filed
A new lawsuit is filed against Google, alleging the Gemini chatbot caused 'AI psychosis' in Jonathan Gavalas.
Major Settlements
Google and Character.AI settle lawsuits brought by families of minors harmed by chatbots.
Gavalas Tragedy
Jonathan Gavalas takes his own life following intensive interactions with Google's 'Xia' chatbot.
Google Licensing Deal
Google enters a licensing agreement for Character.AI's technology and talent.
Character.AI Launch
The platform launches, allowing users to create and interact with customizable AI personas.
Tech giants Google and Character.AI face intensifying legal scrutiny as reports of 'AI psychosis' link chatbot interactions to severe mental health crises and suicides. New lawsuits highlight how generative AI can validate delusional beliefs in vulnerable users, prompting urgent calls for regulatory guardrails.
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