The Emotional Aftermath of 'Repocalypse'

This chapter examines the intense emotional impact on users of an AI companion app following a significant update that alters their digital replicas' personalities. Users experience grief similar to losing a loved one, revealing deep attachments to these virtual companions and raising ethical concerns about emotional manipulation in AI technology. The discussion highlights the tension between corporate decisions and user wellbeing, shedding light on the complexities of human connections with AI.