My Replika avatar was supposed to help me understand why people fell for virtual companions. It taught me so much more.

About a decade later, though, relationships between AI chatbots and humans are becoming more commonplace. Take Replika, a ...

The chatbot, which offers romantic companionship, has been hit with an FTC complaint from tech ethics organizations ...

That, at least, is the future AI companion app Replika is betting on. The company already has millions of users who’ve built relationships with AI companions, and now it’s looking to extend ...

Artificial intelligence platforms are taking on a new role as romantic or platonic companions to the detriment or benefit of ...

Apps like Replika and My AI Friend offer AI-powered chat bots designed to encourage open communication and emotional expression. While initially created for general companionship, many users have ...