A robot does not need to feel emotions for a person to become emotionally attached to it. That is one of the clearest lessons ...

Pets provide us with unconditional love and companionship, but they're also a big commitment. You have to feed them, ensure they get enough exercise, and clean up their poop — which isn't something ...

These AI companions are so programmable that it’s quite possible you may become addicted to the love connection with a robotic girlfriend. This is an issue for many reasons; one is that it can ...