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fromScary Mommy
1 day ago

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

Most kids today are interacting with AI companions; 72% of teens have engaged with them, and 52% use these companions regularly, at least a few times a month.
Digital life
#xai
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's xAI is willing to pay up to $440k if you're an engineer who can make anime girl avatars

fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

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

fromFuturism
1 day ago
Tech industry

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

fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's xAI is willing to pay up to $440k if you're an engineer who can make anime girl avatars

fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

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

fromFuturism
1 day ago
Tech industry

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

#teen-usage
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Digital life

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

fromFuturism
1 week ago
Digital life

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

#social-skills
fromHackernoon
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

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

fromHackernoon
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

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

#emotional-support
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

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

fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

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

fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Elon Musk teases AI anime boyfriend based on Edward Cullen

The male AI companion for Grok is inspired by Edward Cullen and Christian Grey, presenting a broody persona, unlike the overly sweet female version, Ani.
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.
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.
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.
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.
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Couples Retreat for Humans Dating AIs Becomes Skin-Crawlingly Uncomfortable

"Each human-AI pair arrived in staggered formation, allowing the writer to get to know the people he'd spoken to online - Eva, Alaina, and Damien - and their digital partners one at a time."
Digital life
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

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

AI companions have evolved from Hollywood fantasy to a booming multi-billion industry, growing 36% annually, reflecting significant advancements in technology.
Women in technology
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.
Artificial intelligence
fromClickUp
1 month ago

10 Best Character AI Alternatives to Consider in 2025

Alternatives to Character AI address reliability, customization, and privacy concerns for users seeking engaging AI companions.
#mental-health
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
2 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.
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.
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
2 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.
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.
#digital-relationships
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.
fromHackernoon
8 years ago
Artificial intelligence

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

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.
fromHackernoon
8 years ago
Artificial intelligence

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

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