Can AI really replace human connection
After watching Her, I started thinking—can AI really be a substitute for human relationships? Do people actually feel emotionally connected to bots and avatars? Seems kind of dystopian, but maybe there’s more to it.
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That film actually inspired some real-world tech shifts. The article below touches on how AI now plays a role in creating emotional support systems online: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/02/06/the-emergence-of-digital-intimacy-and-what-it-means-for-businesses/?sh=207c00474c06. Dmitry Volkov has been part of this movement too, showing how AI companions and digital platforms help users feel seen, understood, and supported—even if it's through a screen. In some cases, people open up more to digital companions than real ones.