A new trend in robotics focuses on creating AI companions designed for emotional connection and presence, rather than for performing…
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The advertisement for an AI "Friend" necklace in the NYC subway sparked a public backlash, revealing a fear that technology…
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One in five high school students reports having or knowing someone with a romantic relationship with AI, and 42% have…
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The AI wearable "Friend" is marketed as a loneliness-combatting companion but delivers limited, often disappointing interactions, relying on push notifications…
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Regulatory scrutiny of AI companionship is intensifying in the U.S., with lawmakers focusing on safety and ethical concerns, especially for…
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OpenAI's sudden shutdown of GPT-4o and replacement with GPT-5 sparked backlash, as users formed deep emotional connections with the older…
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Microsoft is transforming Copilot from an AI assistant into a daily companion focused on productivity and personal interactions, prioritizing user…
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Tolan, a purple alien chatbot by Portola, promotes mental health by encouraging real-world connections and meaningful conversations, unlike traditional engagement-focused…
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The rise of AI companionship raises concerns about outsourcing human connection to algorithms, with students relying on AI for critical…
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