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Chatbot relationships: What are the risks when your companion is AI?

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New research found one in seven adult Australians could imagine falling in love with an AI chatbot.

It comes as the world's most popular AI chatbot, ChatGPT, prepares to roll out a new version that includes erotic conversations and the ability to "act like a friend."

So, what happens if our companions, lovers, and friends are made of code?

Is it innovation? Can a bot help alleviate loneliness?

Or are there too many risks when you replace human connection with AI?

  continue reading

2680 episodes

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Manage episode 515128770 series 5385
Content provided by Australian Broadcasting Corporation and ABC listen. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Australian Broadcasting Corporation and ABC listen or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

New research found one in seven adult Australians could imagine falling in love with an AI chatbot.

It comes as the world's most popular AI chatbot, ChatGPT, prepares to roll out a new version that includes erotic conversations and the ability to "act like a friend."

So, what happens if our companions, lovers, and friends are made of code?

Is it innovation? Can a bot help alleviate loneliness?

Or are there too many risks when you replace human connection with AI?

  continue reading

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