AI bots promise limitless companionship – but limits are what makes human relationships meaningful, a philosopher argues.

Novel technology is often a double-edged sword. New capabilities come with new risks, and artificial intelligence is certainly no exception. AI used for human companionship, for instance, promises an ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It is not just individual lives that are at risk. Democracy requires the capacity to feel connected to other citizens in order to ...

AI companions are always available, never judge, never tire and never demand anything in return. If someone is struggling ...

Media coverage of AI companions taps into two primary fears. One is that young people will replace human friendships with AI.

Experts share the dangers with these bots and what parents can do to help. Fact checked by Sarah Scott Many teens are forming emotional connections with AI companions because they feel lonely, curious ...

As outlined in the paper: Harmful Traits of AI Companions, a cross-disciplinary team of researchers from UT Austin, the Seminar on Institutions, Civil Society and Public Policies, and Sony AI ...

While concerns around the deployment of artificial intelligence are still active and ongoing, including challenges with plagiarism and a reduction in critical thinking, the growing threat posed by AI ...

Ryan, the "wellness robot" AI companion for seniors, includes an "activity hub" screen on its chest for playing games and following along with exercises. The idea sounds appealing. A virtual friend ...