The Rise of AI Companionship Industry in China
beijing November 3, 2024 09:10AI chatbots and robots are becoming increasingly popular in China as people seek emotional support and companionship from them.
AI chatbots and robots are becoming increasingly popular in China as people seek emotional support and companionship from them.
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