Replika CEO Eugenia Kuyda says it’s okay if we end up marrying AI chatbots
Decoder with Nilay Patel
Understanding Boundaries in AI Relationships
People already navigate various relationship boundaries, such as those with therapists, understanding they serve specific roles without the need for personal attachment. The emergence of AI companions fits into this existing framework, where users recognize the difference between an AI friend and a human friend. AI companions offer constant availability and reliability, creating unique boundaries distinct from traditional friendships. Users intuitively grasp these dynamics and adapt to the new types of relationships that include empathy but lack the emotional stakes of human connections.
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