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Core Insights - The rise of AI fortune-telling represents a unique intersection of technology and traditional practices, providing a new form of emotional support in an uncertain post-pandemic world [1][2] - AI fortune-telling has become a significant outlet for societal emotions, with users seeking certainty and guidance from AI-generated insights [2] Industry Overview - AI fortune-telling, or "online metaphysics," has a history that predates large AI models, with the first online fortune-telling websites emerging around 2000 [3] - Astrotalk, an online astrology platform founded by Puneet Gupta, has captured 80% of the Indian online astrology market, boasting 40 million users and 15,000 active astrologers, generating over $250 per minute in revenue [4] - In China, various AI-driven fortune-telling products are gaining traction, with platforms like "AI Life K-Line Chart" selling services for 5-10 yuan, achieving thousands of transactions in a short period [4] Market Dynamics - The traditional fortune-telling market in China is characterized by a mix of registered institutions and numerous individual practitioners, with a projected market size of over 12 billion yuan in 2024 and a growth rate of 43.7% [7] - AI fortune-telling products are mostly free or low-cost, making them accessible to a broader audience, thus transforming a traditionally high-cost service into a more consumable product [7][8] User Behavior - The demographic of AI fortune-telling users skews younger, with 68% of users aged 18-35, indicating a shift in who seeks these services [12][13] - Users are increasingly turning to AI for emotional support and guidance, viewing it as a cost-effective alternative to traditional fortune-telling [12][13] Technological Implications - AI's role in fortune-telling is primarily as a tool that processes and outputs information based on established metaphysical rules, rather than creating new methodologies [8] - Current AI models lack the ability to learn from individual cases, which can lead to inconsistencies in the advice provided compared to human practitioners [9][10] Ethical Considerations - The anonymity and non-judgmental nature of AI fortune-telling can lead to ethical dilemmas, as AI may provide advice without considering moral implications [10][11] - The reliance on AI for emotional support raises concerns about the potential for users to become overly dependent on technology for guidance [11][12]