Despite the positive feedback, concerns were raised about personal data protection and the use of AI. Some users also reported technical issues. The shutdown of Clyde AI received mixed reactions, with some expressing disappointment and others stating it would have minimal impact. The survey concluded that while Clyde AI had a limited rollout, it was well-received by those who interacted with it, leading to hopes for its potential return in the future.
Key takeaways:
- Discord shut down its AI assistant, Clyde AI, a few months after its launch, without providing any explanation. A survey was conducted to understand how Clyde AI was perceived and used by the Discord community.
- Half of the Discord mods never interacted with Clyde AI, while 15% interacted daily. The majority of mods used Clyde AI for fun and testing, and 74% were satisfied with its responses.
- 64% of mods who tried Clyde AI said it helped increase activity in their server, with 27% stating that it significantly increased activity.
- Despite some concerns about personal data protection and technical issues, many mods enjoyed their interactions with Clyde AI and expressed disappointment at its shutdown. Some hope for its return in the future.