From killbots to cuddly little guys: Why AI companies suddenly have cute mascots

AI companies are embracing cute mascots like Jolly for Meta's Muse, and Dots for OpenAI. Experts say it's making people feel more comfortable with AI.

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2026-10-11 08:43 · Business Insider AI
From killbots to cuddly little guys: Why AI companies suddenly have cute mascots

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