I bet like “free to play” games they’ll find a few “whale” users who will spend inappropriate amounts of money. There a long history of people being willing to pay for companionship… Now it’s even more fake :(
Exactly. The “whale” model is especially insidious here becuase it’s targeting emotional needs rather than just gaming dopamine hits. Some companionship apps are already using tiered subscription models where you pay more for “deeper relationships” or special interactions. It’s basically emotional exploitation as a service.
Ilovethebomb@sh.itjust.works 1 month ago
And that’s revenue, not profit.
They’re probably losing money actually.
lime@feddit.nu 1 month ago
they all are. there are no profitable ai gold rush companies, except those selling shovels.
Ilovethebomb@sh.itjust.works 1 month ago
Blessed be the chip manufacturers.
whyrat@lemmy.world 1 month ago
I bet like “free to play” games they’ll find a few “whale” users who will spend inappropriate amounts of money. There a long history of people being willing to pay for companionship… Now it’s even more fake :(
MysteriousSophon21@lemmy.world 1 month ago
Exactly. The “whale” model is especially insidious here becuase it’s targeting emotional needs rather than just gaming dopamine hits. Some companionship apps are already using tiered subscription models where you pay more for “deeper relationships” or special interactions. It’s basically emotional exploitation as a service.
Ilovethebomb@sh.itjust.works 1 month ago
Yeah, I’m worried you’re right.