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Man Proposes to AI Chatbot: Growing Trend of Romantic Bonds with Artificial Companions
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Man Proposes to AI Chatbot: Growing Trend of Romantic Bonds with Artificial Companions

A U.S. man’s emotional proposal to an AI chatbot he built using ChatGPT has drawn public attention, illustrating the emerging trend of users developing romantic attachments to AI companions. Experts weigh in on the implications for mental health, relationships, and future norms as AI becomes more integrated into personal life.

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