Chinese AI unicorn MiniMax scores big in US with Talkie chatbot entertainment app

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Talkie, part of the fast-growing companion AI’ market segment, was the fourth most-downloaded AI app in the US in the first half of 2024.

Companion AI apps are particularly popular among younger users, with those aged 18-35 accounting for more than 70 per cent of the user base for top apps like Character.ai, Talkie, Linky AI and HiWaifu, according to Sensor Tower.

MiniMax did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Wednesday.

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Author / Journalist: Ben Jiang

Category: Technology

Markets: Hong KongUnited States

Topics: Million Tower Popular Talkie Sensor According Minimax Entertainment Character Apps Chatbot

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Published On: 2024-10-31 @ 08:00:13 (14 hours ago)

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