2014 film Her depicts a man falling in love with a virtual AI assistant; present AI technologies make such relationships seem less implausible.

AI-powered romances, once a sci-fi concept, are becoming increasingly plausible. In the 2014 film Her, a man falls in love with a virtual AI assistant. Today, the idea seems less far-fetched as AI technologies advance. While the potential benefits of AI relationships include personalized connections and lack of judgment, critics argue the risks include emotional detachment and potential for abuse.

March 17, 2024
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