What is the ‘Friend’ necklace? : AI tech uniting New Yorkers against AI
A tech startup’s AI companion necklace, ‘Friend,’ faced backlash in New York City’s subway system. Despite a $1 million ad campaign, New Yorkers responded with graffiti and online criticism, viewing the product as a surveillance tool and a threat to genuine human connection. Customer reviews also indicate the product’s shortcomings, suggesting it’s not a successful…