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Meet Robyn: Your New Empathetic AI Buddy

  • Writer: Sarah Ruivivar
    Sarah Ruivivar
  • 5 days ago
  • 2 min read
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There's a new AI in town, and it's all about empathy!


Meet Robyn, the brainchild of former physician Jenny Shao, who swapped her stethoscope for a startup to create an emotionally intelligent AI companion. Inspired by the isolation blues of the pandemic, Shao left her Harvard residency to launch Robyn, an app designed to support users emotionally without replacing therapists or doctors.


Navigating the AI companionship waters can be tricky, with apps like ChatGPT and Replika making waves. But Robyn is charting its own course, offering a unique blend of emotional intelligence and personal support. Think of it as your digital confidant, ready to chat about your goals, challenges, and even your morning routine—minus the sports scores and countdowns!


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With a background in human memory research under Nobel Laureate Eric Kandel, Shao has infused Robyn with the ability to understand and remember user interactions. This means Robyn can provide insights into your emotional fingerprint, attachment style, and more, making it a truly personalised experience.


Safety first! Robyn is equipped with guardrails to ensure user well-being, offering crisis line numbers and directing users to the nearest ER if needed. And with $5.5 million in seed funding from notable investors, Robyn is off to a flying start.


Launching today in the U.S., Robyn is available on iOS for $19.99 a month or $179 a year. So, if you're looking for a digital companion that knows you like a best friend, Robyn might just be your perfect match. Just remember, it's an AI, not a human, so let's keep those expectations in check!


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