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AI Companionship and Machine Intuition: Rethinking Relationships in the Age of Artificial Empathy

Complex Discovery

Recent FTC complaints against AI companion apps, such as Replika, have raised concerns about deceptive marketing practices and the targeting of vulnerable users. We’ve crossed the line.” .” Every late-night chat, every vulnerable confessionthese aren’t ephemeral moments. “This year, it’s a partner.