New research outlines how the use of AI chatbots for companionship and support is linked with “severe negative outcomes.” ...

What happens when a child stops treating a chatbot like a tool and starts treating it like a friend, confidant or romantic ...

Youth mental health risks are on the rise as early smartphone ownership and AI companionship impact adolescents. Licensed ...

A study by Common Sense Media showed many say they'd just as soon talk with AI as with humans, but the survey company recommends that "no one younger than 18 should use AI companions." Is your teen ...

During its first European appearance, OlloBot showcased OlloNi SS1, received IFA Innovation Awards recognition, and shared its vision for emotionally responsive AI companionship at home.BERLIN, Sept.

In her new book, Bridget Todd argues that the problem isn’t people who use AI for companionship, it’s the tech companies building them. In all my conversations about generative AI, there’s nothing as ...

Tolan founder Quinten Farmer says the company's AI companion, a cartoon alien, is a hit with mothers between 35 and 45 years ...

During this year’s Meta Connect conference, Mark Zuckerberg took the stage to announce a new device that will give users an ...

How AI and robots provide companionship for people with Alzheimer’s From conversational robots to an AI-powered voice, ...