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Sherry Turkle Explores AI Relationships in New Book

Sherry Turkle's new book, "Artificial Intimacy: Who We Become When We Talk to Machines," explores the nature of relationships with AI. The New York Times discusses the implications of forming connections with AI entities, questioning whether these interactions constitute genuine relationships and what the future holds if this trend continues. AI

IMPACT Explores the societal and personal implications of human interaction with AI, prompting reflection on the nature of relationships in an increasingly AI-integrated world.

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