WhatsApp is rolling out the ability to initiate conversations with new, unknown numbers without needing to save them in your contact book. To text an unknown number, search for the number in the New ...

The AI companion chatbot company Character.AI will soon have an adults-only policy for open-ended conversations with AI characters. Teens who use the app will start facing restrictions: They'll still ...

AI chat open assistant chatbots are computer programs that can simulate conversations with humans. They are powered by artificial intelligence (AI), which allows them to learn and adapt over time. AI ...

Those under 18 will still be able to access AI-generated content with their favorite characters, but not free-wheeling conversations. Jon covers artificial intelligence. He previously led CNET's home ...