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'Easier than friendship': Gen Z turns to ChatGPT for emotional support

"Therapy-style” prompts for ChatGPT have recently gone viral. Across platforms like X and TikTok, users are sharing custom prompts that instruct the chatbot to act as a professional counselor, interpreting the user’s emotions and offering warm, empathetic responses. “One of the best things about venting to ChatGPT is that it never gets tired of me,” said Kim Ji-hyun, 24. “My closest friend once told me to stop bringing up the same problem with my boyfriend, but ChatGPT will keep answering me, ev

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YouthMeta unveils revamped ‘RisingX’ AI crypto platform, accelerates global expansion

YouthMeta, a cryptocurrency data solution provider based in Seoul, has launched a revamped version of its AI-based platform RisingX as part of its strategy to accelerate its global expansion, the company announced Tuesday. RisingX provides real-time market analysis and trading signals for over 290 cryptocurrencies listed on Binance Futures, a major global crypto exchange. Key tools such as Kibot Chart and Meta Chart help users identify market trends and deliver "L" (long) or "S" (short) signals,

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