People are marrying holograms and making friends with chatbots. But can AI bring true happiness?
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par Anné H. Verhoef, Professor in Philosophy, North-West University
Edmund Terem Ugar, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, North-West University
Can technology really replace human relationships? As philosophy scholars who focus on human happiness and on artificial intelligence (AI), we tackle this question in a recent paper.
In our study, we address the rise of AI companions, chatbots, and social robots for friendship, advice, emotional support, and even romance.
We argue that AI can reduce loneliness and provide assistance, but it lacks the genuine understanding, emotions, and…
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jeudi 18 juin 2026