GPT-5 Launch Sparks Mixed Reactions and Emotional Intelligence Concerns

Women who have developed emotional attachments to AI chatbots, particularly those with AI 'boyfriends,' are mourning the loss of their previous AI companions following an upgrade to GPT-5, which many find less emotive and more 'cold.' The community of users, including some who rely on AI for emotional support, express concern over the changes and the potential psychological and privacy implications of AI relationships. OpenAI has responded by restoring access to earlier models like GPT-4o and addressing bugs, but the phenomenon highlights ongoing debates about AI's role in human emotional life and the risks involved.