Users fear losing AI companions to software updates, study finds

Research from the University of Surrey finds people who form emotional bonds with AI companions worry about losing those relationships through software updates or companies shutting down services.

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2026-11-03 16:00 · TechXplore AI & ML
Vulnerable users fear losing 'AI companions' to software updates

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