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Study: Over 28% of US adults report romantic relationships with AI

A recent study indicates that over 28% of adults in the United States have engaged in an intimate or romantic relationship with an artificial intelligence. The research, which gathered participant responses nationwide, explored the growing intersection of AI technology and human emotional connections. This finding highlights a significant trend in how individuals are forming relationships in the digital age. AI

IMPACT Suggests a growing trend in AI-human romantic relationships, potentially impacting social norms and the development of companion AI.

RANK_REASON The item is an opinion piece discussing a study on AI and human relationships, not a direct release or significant industry event.

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Study: Over 28% of US adults report romantic relationships with AI

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