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Tech Companies Turn to Cuddly Mascots to Soften AI Fears

Original: Tech Companies Roll Out Cuddly Mascots to Ease AI Anxiety

Tech companies are rolling out cuddly mascots in an effort to ease public anxiety about artificial intelligence. According to the Wall Street Journal, firms are betting that friendly, approachable characters can soften AI's intimidating image and build trust with consumers as the technology spreads into everyday products.

Why now: Growing public unease about AI is pushing companies to rebrand the technology with friendlier imagery.

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