It's estimated that more than half of all of U.S. teens are regularly using companion chatbots powered by large language models and generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The programs, ...

The truth is AI can’t feel — at least not yet — and so even platonic relationships with AI are limited. But by investing in ...

AI models intended to provide companionship for humans are on the rise. People are already frequently developing relationships with chatbots, seeking not just a personal assistant but a source of ...

As outlined in the paper: Harmful Traits of AI Companions, a cross-disciplinary team of researchers from UT Austin, the ...

Interacting with an AI companion like you would a trusted friend may not seem intriguing to a parent, but researchers have found that kids are engaging with these entities at alarming rates. In fact, ...

The platform, dubbed Avery, allows UnitedHealthcare members to seek information on coverage, benefits, appointment scheduling ...