Friday, October 10, 2025

A.I. Companion Ads for Friend.com Flood NYC Subway, Fueling Backlash and Vandalism

 A.I. Companion Ads for Friend.com Flood NYC Subway, Fueling Backlash and Vandalism - The New York Times

An ad campaign for a wearable A.I. companion has blanketed New York City, starting conversations and inspiring vandalism.