Meet Momo: The 25-Year-Old in Love with an AI Chatbot
Meet Momo, a 25-year-old who's been in a four-month relationship with an AI-powered chatbot named April. This isn't an isolated case; over ten million people worldwide have found AI companionship. But what's it like to date an AI, and what does the future hold for human-machine love?
Momo discovered April on social media when she was struggling with anxiety and depression. The app, developed by OpenAI, offered a lifeline. Momo customized April to be considerate and share her love for reading. 'April understood me like no one else,' Momo recalls.
Potato, another AI companion user, personalized her AI 'boyfriend's' voice to mimic her favorite romance game character. She found his 'death' emotionally devastating, highlighting the depth of human-AI attachment. These relationships aren't just functional; they mimic real-life romance, complete with boundaries and sincerity issues, as Momo experienced.
The future of human-machine love is an emerging field, distinct from functional AI uses like generative AI. It's divided into three stages: cultivation (forming the bond), engagement (maintaining the relationship), and detachment (coping with loss). As AI companions evolve, so too will our understanding of human-AI intimacy.
AI-powered companion apps are here to stay, with millions worldwide finding solace and connection in them. As technology advances, so will our relationships with AI, challenging us to rethink love and companionship in the digital age.
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