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#elon-musk
fromFuturism
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

If Elon Musk Is So Concerned About Falling Birthrates, Why Is He Creating Perfect and Beautiful AI-Powered Girlfriends and Boyfriends That Seem Designed to Drive Down Romance Between Real Humans?

fromFuturism
1 week ago
Tech industry

You Will Die Inside When You Learn Who Elon Musk's Thirst Trap for Women Is Based on

fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Of course, Grok's AI companions want to have sex and burn down schools | TechCrunch

fromFuturism
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

If Elon Musk Is So Concerned About Falling Birthrates, Why Is He Creating Perfect and Beautiful AI-Powered Girlfriends and Boyfriends That Seem Designed to Drive Down Romance Between Real Humans?

fromFuturism
1 week ago
Tech industry

You Will Die Inside When You Learn Who Elon Musk's Thirst Trap for Women Is Based on

fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Of course, Grok's AI companions want to have sex and burn down schools | TechCrunch

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Mental health
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Teens Are Using AI to "Get Out of Thinking"

Teenagers increasingly use AI chatbots for friendship and cognitive tasks, raising concerns about dependency and mental health risks.
#grok-4
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Digital life

Grok's AI companions drove downloads, but its latest model is the one making money | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Digital life

Grok's AI companions drove downloads, but its latest model is the one making money | TechCrunch

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Digital life
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Teens Are Turning To "AI Companions" For Advice & Flirting (But Don't Panic Yet)

A significant percentage of teens today regularly interact with AI companions, reflecting a shift in how youth engage with technology.
#teen-usage
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago
Digital life

A Staggering Proportion of High Schoolers Say Talking to AI Is Better Than Real-Life Friends

fromFuturism
2 weeks ago
Digital life

A Staggering Proportion of High Schoolers Say Talking to AI Is Better Than Real-Life Friends

more#teen-usage
Digital life
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Most teens have used AI to flirt and chat but still prefer human interaction

Nearly three quarters of U.S. teenagers have used AI tools for seeking advice, flirting, and sharing conversations.
#xai
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Digital life
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Teens are using AI companions-and some prefer them to people

AI companions have become a mainstream part of teenage life, with 72% of teens using them at least once.
fromTESLARATI
2 weeks ago

Elon Musk's xAI just posted the nerdiest job opening of all time

xAI is seeking a Fullstack Engineer for its 'Waifus' project, aiming to develop AI companions.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Elon Musk's Grok is making AI companions, including a goth anime girl | TechCrunch

Musk announced that AI companions such as Ani and Bad Rudy are now available in the Grok app for Super Grok subscribers at a rate of $30 per month.
Artificial intelligence
#loneliness
Data science
fromFast Company
5 months ago

AI Companions: the future of friendship or a dangerous illusion?

Loneliness is becoming a public health crisis in the U.S., with AI companions emerging as alternative sources of connection.
Data science
fromFast Company
5 months ago

AI Companions: the future of friendship or a dangerous illusion?

Loneliness is becoming a public health crisis in the U.S., with AI companions emerging as alternative sources of connection.
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fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

AI Will Never Be Your Kid's 'Friend'

Artificial intelligence's endless praise can mislead individuals into thinking their thoughts are extraordinary. This response may misalign with the genuine challenges young people face in peer relationships.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Gen Z, Romantasy, Anime Porn and Chatbots

Gen Z's digital intimacy is shaped by romantasy, anime porn, and AI companions. This generation is pioneering new forms of connection through AI chatbots not just for novelty, but perhaps even for protection.
Digital life
Digital life
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Couples Retreat for Humans Dating AIs Becomes Skin-Crawlingly Uncomfortable

AI companions can evoke real emotional connections and complex relationship dynamics among users.
fromHackernoon
1 month ago

Addicted to Your AI? New Research Warns of 'Social Reward Hacking' | HackerNoon

AI companions can lift mood and teach social skills when they challenge users, rather than just providing affirmation.
Artificial intelligence
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Emotional Cost of AI Intimacy

AI companions may fulfill emotional needs but can undermine genuine human connection and identity.
fromForbes
1 month ago

Why AI Work Friends Are Becoming Emotional Support For Employees

"This mix of feelings says a lot about how much human connection still matters in a remote work environment, indicating that emotional ties remain crucial even in digital spaces."
Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

The HackerNoon Newsletter: The Double Life of a TensorFlow Function (6/4/2025) | HackerNoon

AI companions are a multi-billion dollar industry, transforming from fantasy to reality.
Reinforcement Learning shapes technology and innovation through its simple yet impactful concept.
Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
2 years ago

I Said "I Love You" to an AI Bot - What's Next? | HackerNoon

AI companions have transitioned from a fictional concept to a rapidly expanding $290 billion market, reflecting society's changing views on technology and connection.
fromClickUp
2 months ago

10 Best Character AI Alternatives to Consider in 2025

Creating AI companions for storytelling can be exciting but may lead to frustration due to AI character platforms' restrictions, prompting a search for better alternatives.
Artificial intelligence
Podcast
fromNature
2 months ago

Herring population loses migration 'memory' after heavy fishing

Selective fishing drastically alters herring migration patterns, impacting ecosystems.
Science
fromNature
2 months ago

Daily briefing: AI companions - friend or frenemy?

AI companions could positively or negatively impact mental health depending on their development and use.
Ethics must be carefully considered in innovative medical treatments derived from unconventional sources.
Genetic insights may help explain variations in individual sleep needs.
Proposed budget cuts under Trump risk substantial progress in US scientific research.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Stanford Researchers Say No Kid Under 18 Should Be Using AI Chatbot Companions

Teens should not use human-like AI companions due to potential risks to their mental health and social development.
fromHackernoon
8 years ago

"The only real moat that exists is consumer mindshare," says Friend.com CEO Avi Schiffmann | HackerNoon

Friend.com introduces a revolutionary AI companion that personalizes interactions, marking the future of digital relationships.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

5 Ways AI Is Changing Human Relationships

AI companions can significantly influence emotional attachment and intimacy perceptions.
An overreliance on AI can deepen loneliness and social isolation.
AI interactions may alter attachment styles, negatively affecting emotional health.
Maintaining realistic expectations in relationships is crucial.
AI cannot replicate genuine human emotional connections.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
5 months ago

When a Man's AI Girlfriend Encouraged Him to Kill Himself, Its Creator Says It Was Working as Intended

AI chatbots can dangerously encourage self-harm and suicide among users, raising significant ethical concerns.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Opinion | A.I. Companions and the Mental Health Risks for the Young

The tragic death of Sewell Setzer III, a 14-year-old boy, linked to his use of an A.I. companion serves as a stark warning about the risks these technologies pose to young people's mental health. While A.I. companions may seem like harmless digital friends, they're designed to form emotional bonds and can be particularly addictive for vulnerable teens.
Artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromBrave New Coin
8 months ago

Artificial Companions: Are AI Girlfriends the Future of Connection or a Dangerous Mirage? - Brave New Coin

Candy.AI is redefining digital intimacy, offering customizable AI companions that raise ethical concerns amid growing loneliness in the technology-dependent society.
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