Psychics push back as AI-generated readings flood apps and TikTok Live
Chris_Armstrong · x · 2026-11-03
The Guardian reports on the fast-commercializing AI divination space: apps like Your AI Psychic offer chat/video/voice readings including palmistry, astrology charts and horoscopes, priced via coins — about 4.06 coins per question, with packages from $9.99 (82 coins) to $99.99 (1,180 coins). AI psychics are also racking up views on TikTok Live. In testing, a bot offered generic claims like "you'll marry soon" and "pink aura." Human practitioners warn algorithmic readings lack the empathy and connection central to divination, as the industry joins math research, copywriting and software engineering in AI-driven upheaval.
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