Chatbot platform Character.AI has decided to remove all characters related to Disney after receiving a warning letter from the company. According to a report by NBC News, Disney sent a "cease and desist" letter through its law firm to Character.AI on September 18, stating that Character.AI systematically copied, monetized, and used Disney's copyrighted characters, seriously harming the core value and reputation of the Disney brand.
Character.AI is a California startup founded in 2021, dedicated to providing personalized AI experiences. Users can interact with different personality characters or create their own chatbots. In previous versions, users could chat with many Disney characters, such as Princess Elsa from "Frozen," Moana from "Moana," Peter Parker from Spider-Man, and Darth Vader from "Star Wars." However, with Disney's intervention, these chatbots have been removed.
A spokesperson for Character.AI stated that the platform will quickly respond to requests from rights holders and has already taken measures to delete the relevant content. The platform hopes to collaborate with the industry to provide tools for intellectual property owners, allowing them to create controlled and profitable interactive experiences, thereby expanding the influence of their characters and stories.
In recent years, the rapid development of artificial intelligence has drawn widespread attention in Hollywood. Industry leaders say that more and more film producers are adopting this new technology. However, at the same time, concerns about the use of AI in the film industry have also emerged, especially regarding the legality and safety of creation. Recently, companies like Disney and Warner Bros. have filed lawsuits against some unauthorized AI companies to protect their copyright rights.
In addition, Character.AI has faced criticism from society, particularly regarding its impact on young users. Recently, parents and online safety advocates called for stricter regulation of chatbots in a congressional hearing to prevent tech companies from using these products to attract children. Character.AI stated that it has invested significant resources in improving safety over the past year, including designing different models for minors and offering a "Parent Insights" feature.
Key Points:
🔹 Character.AI was required by Disney to remove related characters due to copyright issues, to protect the brand image.
🔹 The platform spokesperson said they have quickly responded and deleted content related to Disney characters.
🔹 Regarding the impact on minors, Character.AI faces widespread criticism and lawsuits from society.
