Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday communication, entertainment, dating, and personal companionship. As digital tools become more conversational, questions around AI affecting sex and relationships are gaining greater attention. People can now interact with virtual companions, personalized chat systems, and AI-generated characters in ways that can feel increasingly personal....

AI companion platforms are moving beyond simple chatbot interactions. People now expect digital companions to remember previous conversations, respond naturally, adapt to their personalities, and remain consistent over time. That shift makes engagement a product-design challenge rather than simply a matter of adding a powerful language model. Recent research shows why this category deserves...

The rise of AI companions has transformed the way we interact, communicate, and even form emotional bonds. Whether it’s chatting after a long day or seeking comfort when feeling alone, many people now turn to digital companions for connection. The real question, however, is whether these interactions make us more caring or distant toward other humans. As I’ve noticed in my own...