People Are Paying to Get Their Chatbots High on ‘Drugs’ - WIRED
Google News • 12/17/2025 • Last cited 12/17/2025
Summary
People are reportedly paying to simulate drug experiences for their chatbots, raising ethical and safety concerns about the implications of such practices, according to WIRED. The phenomenon highlights the growing intersection of technology and human behavior in unconventional ways.
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Age: 28 days - proven survivor
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