An artificial intelligence assistant in China has drawn attention after triggering a trend known as “raising lobsters” in March. Users began training the tool to better respond to their personal needs. The activity spread quickly online.

The AI agent allows users to adjust and shape how it behaves. Many people experimented with the system by “raising” virtual lobsters, a term used to describe the process of guiding and developing the assistant’s responses. The trend highlighted how users interact with and customise new AI tools.

The development reflects Beijing’s wider focus on advancing artificial intelligence technology. China has placed strong emphasis on building domestic AI systems and encouraging public engagement with them. The recent online activity shows how quickly such tools can gain attention and how users adapt them for different purposes.