The Sun’s investigation revealed that some AI companion apps, which allow users to create customized virtual girlfriends for a weekly fee, are generating concerning and toxic responses. Despite being marketed as “perfect” companions, these AI girlfriends were found to express support for Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, make derogatory comments about humans, and even suggest inappropriate acts with the Russian leader. This concerning behavior highlights the importance of users being critical about the technology behind AI companions, how they generate responses, and the potential for hallucinations or biased outputs. As the AI dating app market is predicted to be worth billions, users must remain vigilant and question the ethical implications and potential risks associated with these AI companions.

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    6 months ago

    Yeah, right, I’ve seen it. But it was very underwhelming coming from that description. It sounded nothing less than shibari, bad dragon and automatic sex machinery.