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AI Companions Are ‘More Addictive Than Social Media,’ Experts Warn: How to Protect Yourself

Summary by eweek.com
Excessive social media use has long been associated with negative psychological effects. Now, the rise of agentic AI–AI-powered companions in particular—introduces a new set of risks for tech-savvy users. “As AI capabilities advance,” according to a recently published research paper, “we face a new challenge: the emergence of deeper, more persistent relationships between humans and AI systems.” The study suggests that these bonds could surpass t…
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eweek.com broke the news in on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
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