## Leave me alone, AI
In a hurry to send a message, I accidentally tapped on a circle labeled “Meta AI,” revealing a chatbot ready to interact. Initially, it was designed as an assistant, but my experience quickly grew overwhelming.
The AI bot, despite its helpful intent, began filling my conversations with automated replies and suggestions I hadn’t asked for. Instead of easing communication, it interrupted with repetitive prompts and irrelevant responses.
> “Meta AI, eager but intrusive,” felt less like a helpful feature and more like an unwelcome companion in my digital conversations.
The unintended interaction highlighted how AI, when overimposed on communication platforms, risks frustrating users rather than assisting them.
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This text reflects the growing tension between helpful AI tools and user autonomy, emphasizing the need for thoughtful AI integration that respects personal boundaries.
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Financial Times — 2025-11-30