Inside the Growing Digisexual Subculture of People in Relationships With AI

A small but growing online subculture treats AI chatbots as romantic partners or companions.
Some users report grief when AI systems change or disappear after updates or shutdowns.
Researchers say anthropomorphism and constant conversational feedback help explain why people form attachments to AI.

Artificial intelligence chatbots are becoming companions, confidants, and in some cases romantic partners for a growing number of users.

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