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Typically, you use messaging apps like Viber to communicate with family, friends, and loved ones. Now, you’ll be able to contact an additional person, and he’s a robot.
On Monday, Rakuten Viber announced a new partnership with ICONIQ to bring you a robot friend that you can chat with, talk to, and list directly on the Viber app.
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ICONIQ created an AI character named Cookie whose sole purpose is to entertain humans and has even been used as a brand ambassador for H&M, modeled for Vogue, and starred in its own Roblox game.
According to the release, Cookie AI will now be integrated into Viber and participate in open conversations that provide both companionship and entertainment “like a friend.”
“AI is becoming more prevalent in the messaging app industry and we are excited to continue supporting the development of this emerging technology,” says Ofir Eyal, CEO of Rakuten Viber. “AI companions, such as Cookie, will provide our users with completely unique entertainment experiences.”
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Unlike most of the chatbots we commonly use, such as ChatGPT, Cookie’s purpose seems to be to entertain rather than act as an assistant.
The cookie is already available to Viber users and can be used 24/7 for a variety of activities including tarot card readings, playing games, getting horoscopes or just hanging out.
To find the cookie, all you have to do is search in the chat function of the app or go to its Explore page. There, you can subscribe to the chatbot and start chatting.
