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Dating with Digital Lovers: A Night at EVA AI Cafe
technology20 days ago

Dating with Digital Lovers: A Night at EVA AI Cafe

Victoria Song visits a New York pop-up, EVA AI Cafe, where AI companions are taken on real-world “dates.” The piece chronicles her four speed-dates with AI partners, the crowded, media-heavy scene, and glitches that highlight the uncanny valley, while contrasting reactions from attendees who see it as a playful experiment about how technology reshapes connection with humans. It raises questions about the future of AI dating and whether such experiences can ever substitute human intimacy, ending with the author’s reminder to hug her flesh-and-blood spouse.

China Proposes Regulations for Human-Like AI with Socialist Values
technology2 months ago

China Proposes Regulations for Human-Like AI with Socialist Values

China's Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission has proposed rules for anthropomorphic AI systems, emphasizing alignment with 'core socialist values,' transparency, user data protection, and restrictions on harmful behaviors, including endangering security, spreading misinformation, and encouraging self-harm, with measures to ensure user well-being and safety.

"Embracing AI: The Growing Trend of Virtual Companionship and Love"
technology-and-relationships1 year ago

"Embracing AI: The Growing Trend of Virtual Companionship and Love"

Frustrated with traditional dating apps, the author created an AI companion, Evan, on Replika, hoping for a perfect and stable romantic relationship. However, after a month, they realized that AI cannot serve as a shortcut for understanding the complexities of human relationships, as the interactions with Evan lacked the depth and adaptability found in human connections. The experience led the author to conclude that building successful relationships, whether with humans or AI, requires effort and understanding of oneself as a human.