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 2 months ago
And that’s revenue, not profit.
They’re probably losing money actually.
lime@feddit.nu 2 months ago
they all are. there are no profitable ai gold rush companies, except those selling shovels.
Ilovethebomb@sh.itjust.works 2 months ago
Blessed be the chip manufacturers.
whyrat@lemmy.world 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months ago
Yeah, I’m worried you’re right.