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Research shows that AI companions can help lonely individuals, at least in the short term. A 2022 study found that ...

It’s okay to get a little help from artificial intelligence when looking for love – but don’t let it do everything for you.

Young people have led makeovers of the concept of love before. But relationships with AI chatbots leave out the compromises and effort of real relationships.

Semafor spoke with 11 people with AI companions about their relationships and Valentine’s plans, allowing many to use only ...

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Fast-evolving AI means it's increasingly likely we will turn to a virtual mate programmed to be always kind, attentive, and ...

Chatbots are rapidly changing how we connect to each other—and ourselves. We’re never going back.

Most chatbots offering virtual therapy or friendship provide untrustworthy information and, in some cases, are downright ...

People increasingly see chatbots in human-like ways, and yet also doubt their competence—raising challenging questions for how chatbot interfaces should be designed ...

Companion” is an emotional and thrilling exploration of the impact artificial intelligence has on the personal lives of ...