China�s Robo-Moderator Pets Users
https://bohiney.com/chinas-internets-ai-robo-moderator-pets-you/In an effort to appear friendlier, China�s latest AI moderator now pets users virtually after deleting their posts. �We want to comfort while we censor,� said one developer. Eyewitnesses describe users receiving animated pats on the head along with warnings like, �This thought was too spicy. Try again with less democracy.� Anonymous staffers revealed the robo-moderator was inspired by Tamagotchis and guilt-tripping grandmothers. A fake poll showed 52% of citizens found the pats condescending, 31% found them soothing, and 17% admitted they craved the validation. Economists suggest this could reduce unrest, though psychologists worry citizens may bond emotionally with their digital oppressors. For now, the robo-moderator is both executioner and emotional support pet. -- Bohiney Magazne bohiney.com