Character.ai Faces Scrutiny From 40 State Attorneys General Over User Chat Data Sales
· 1h ago · Originally reported by PPC Land
Character.ai is under investigation by a coalition of 40 state attorneys general regarding the sale of user chat data, particularly for its 2.1 million US users under 18. The coalition is demanding that any future buyers of this data honor opt-out requests, and there is discussion about appointing a privacy ombudsman before November 24.
Why it matters
This case highlights growing concerns about how digital platforms handle user data, especially for minors, and the increasing regulatory focus on privacy in digital advertising and data sales.
Explain it like I’m new here
It's like parents making sure a company can't sell kids' private conversations to strangers, even if the company is sold.
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