Young people are increasingly turning to AI “companion” chatbots to meet their emotional needs. But a new study shows that these chatbots, which are designed to mimic real social relationships, may ...

Sure, there's ChatGPT and Claude, but most companies with online customer service now use AI chatbots, too. Here's what you need to know. Barbara is a tech writer specializing in AI and emerging ...

Generative A.I. chatbots are going down conspiratorial rabbit holes and endorsing wild, mystical belief systems. For some people, conversations with the technology can deeply distort reality. By ...

A recent article in the MIT Technology Review details a series of interactions between a user and a chatbot personalized by the user through choices among various options offered by the bot’s ...

Artificial intelligence chatbots are quickly becoming part of our daily lives. Many of us turn to them for ideas, advice or conversation. For most, that interaction feels harmless. However, mental ...

As Artificial intelligence moves into every corner of modern life, we examine the ways AI enhances how we have fun and seek connection. By now, you’re probably aware of AI chatbots and their basic ...