1. AI-made game targeting homeless characters shut down after widespread public criticism

AI-made game targeting homeless characters shut down after widespread public criticism

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  • San Francisco developer Pierre-Louis Biojout removed his game Tenderloin Night Shift after criticism over violence against homeless people.
  • • Set in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighbourhood, the game faced backlash for turning homelessness and drug addiction into gameplay.
  • Biojout apologised on X, saying he never intended to target homeless people or hurt vulnerable communities.
  • Following the criticism, Biojout made a donation to support homeless people in the community.

Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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