AI Startup Says It Will Pay People $2k a Month to Masturbate

Decrypt / Jason Nelson· May 26, 2026 · 3:09 PM UTC ·1 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 31 views

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An AI startup has announced a unique initiative to pay individuals $2,000 per month for engaging in masturbation. This unconventional approach aims to explore the intersection of technology and human behavior. The company believes that this program could yield valuable insights into human sexuality and well-being.

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▪The startup is offering $2,000 a month to participants who engage in masturbation.
▪This initiative is intended to study the relationship between technology and human behavior.
▪The program aims to provide insights into human sexuality and well-being.

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Publication time	Tue, 26 May 2026 15:09:48 +0000
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