Kuki AI

by Pandorabots

🟡Acquired / Merged

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Award-winning AI chatbot formerly known as Mitsuku, engaging in human-like conversation.

ChatbotFounded by Steve Worswick

Acquisition Details

Acquired and integrated into a larger platform.

🩺 Health Signals

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📅 Timeline

2005-01

Created as Mitsuku

Originally created as Mitsuku chatbot.

2021-01

Rebranded to Kuki

Rebranded from Mitsuku to Kuki AI.

2023-06

Acquired

Acquired and merged into parent company operations.

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What happened to Kuki AI?

Kuki AI was acquired and integrated into Pandorabots' broader platform.

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