Why your AI companion is not your friend
First, tech companies usurped the meaning of âfriendsâ and âconnectionâ â now they are coming for âcompanionshipâ...
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First, tech companies usurped the meaning of âfriendsâ and âconnectionâ â now they are coming for âcompanionshipâ...
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Quit smoking, exercise more, eat healthier: Every January 1, we plan to do great things over the next year â only to fail every time. Here's how to make sure your New Year's resolutions work out....