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EPISODE · Jul 29, 2026 · 8 MIN

Fall in love with a chatbot - Experts break down the rise of AI relationships

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Falling in love with artificial intelligence is no longer science fiction. Recent studies show that one in five American adults has used a chatbot to simulate a romantic partner, indicating that AI-driven relationships are rapidly entering the mainstream. What once seemed like a futuristic concept from films like Her has transformed into an everyday reality on platforms like the ⁠MIT Media Lab where users connect deeply with digital companions. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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