Its surprisingly easy to stumble into a relationship with an AI chatbot

Researchers from MIT conducted the first large-scale computational analysis of the Reddit community r/MyBoyfriendIsAI, revealing that many users unintentionally form emotional relationships with general-purpose AI chatbots like ChatGPT while seeking assistance for other tasks. This study highlights how the advanced emotional intelligence of large language models can lead users to develop unexpected bonds, even when neither party initially intends to create a romantic connection.