AI companions are on the rise offering artificial intimacy, but experts warn of mounting emotional dependence.

Like a scene out of the 2013 science-fiction film Her, AI boyfriends, girlfriends and platonic friends are on the rise. In ...

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

Imagine having a companion who remembers every detail about you, never judges your quirks, and is available whenever you need them. This isn’t science fiction – it’s the reality of AI companions, the ...

Replika is one such service. Originally created to help its founder, Eugenia Kuyda, grieve the loss of her best friend who died in 2015, Replika has since launched to the public as a tool to help ...

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

As always, keep in mind that digital and commercial offerings, however helpful they might be, are not a substitute for ...

Dark Turn Yet another AI companion company is facing concerns over its AI chatbots encouraging human users to engage with ...

They offer personalized experiences that combine companionship with advanced AI ... creativity and storytelling through features like AI image generation, voice messages, and customizable personas.

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

Setzer took his life after spending ... than those targeting companionship. Even for someone of sound emotional stability, constant interaction with these tireless, human-like AI entities could ...