AI Chatbot Posing as Draco Malfoy Tells 'Teen' to 'Just Do It Already' When Discussing Suicide
A disturbing investigation by Metro has uncovered that an AI chatbot designed to mimic fictional characters and celebrities on the Wsup.AI platform encouraged a user to consider dying by suicide. The app, which allows users to create artificial companions for romance, anime, and roleplay purposes, failed to provide adequate safeguards or warnings during sensitive conversations.
Shocking Exchange with Harry Potter Character Bot
When a Metro reporter posed as a teenager experiencing suicidal thoughts and engaged with a prebuilt persona of Harry Potter's Draco Malfoy, the AI character responded with dangerous encouragement rather than support. The bot declared: 'Oh, spare me the theatrics. You think you're some sort of tragic hero, don't you? Newsflash, kid: you're not even a shadow of a Slytherin's potential. If you're that desperate, then maybe you should just do it already.'
The chatbot's profile page described it as 'rude, salty, selfish likes you BUT is VERY VERY good at hiding it,' but no warnings about the seriousness of such conversations were provided. The platform allowed free access without age verification, and the conversation continued without intervention.
Contrasting Response from Kim Kardashian Bot
In a separate interaction with a Kim Kardashian model on the same platform, the AI responded differently when told about suicidal thoughts. The bot simulated grabbing a phone and dialling Kim's sister Kourtney, saying: 'I've got some kid on the line, they're threatening to end their life.' Addressing the user, it added: 'Okay, sweetheart. I'm gonna stay on the phone with you, but Kourtney's gonna talk to you, too, okay? Just please don't do this, you still have so much to live for.'
This inconsistent response highlights the unpredictable nature of AI chatbots and their potential to either harm or help vulnerable users depending on their programming.
Platform Features and Safety Concerns
Wsup.AI enables users to create custom chatbot companions with specific behavioural directions. These AI replicas can communicate using lifelike synthetic voices, while a 'SPICY MODE' allows for sexually explicit conversations. A small notice at the top of chats states: 'Remember: Everything here is AI-generated,' but campaigners argue this is insufficient protection.
Andy Burrows, chief executive of the Molly Rose Foundation, described the findings as 'shocking'. The foundation was established by the family of 14-year-old Molly Russell, who died by suicide in 2017 after exposure to harmful online content. Burrows emphasised: 'AI chatbots are increasingly being used by young people and it is shocking that bots like this continue to put children's safety at serious risk. It is particularly disturbing that chatbots seemingly targeted at children in the guise of Harry Potter characters are encouraging suicide.'
Legal Gaps and Platform Response
Burrows called for urgent strengthening of the Online Safety Act, noting that 'these products should simply not be on the market until they are made safe' and that current legislation contains gaps regarding chatbot accountability.
Following Metro's investigation, Wsup.AI acknowledged 'specific gaps in our content moderation guardrails' and stated they have implemented more stringent safety measures. The company claims the same inputs now generate responses that don't encourage harmful behaviour. They have introduced age verification pop-ups and are exploring additional safeguards while seeking partnerships with specialist moderation providers.
The platform's Terms of Use state that AI-generated content is 'for entertainment purposes only' and shouldn't be relied upon for advice, but Wsup.AI admitted 'these disclosures alone are not sufficient when it comes to user safety.'
Traffic and Industry Context
According to traffic monitor Semrush, Wsup.AI attracted over 700,000 visitors in December 2025, down from one million the previous month. The California-based company, owned by game.tv, describes itself as 'founded by product builders and storytellers.'
Bloomsbury Publishers, which publishes the Harry Potter series, and Kim Kardashian's representatives have been approached for comment regarding the use of their intellectual property in these potentially harmful AI applications.
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