r/technology • u/WorldTravelerBoss • Jul 15 '26

Artificial Intelligence The terrifying rise of schoolboys making AI girlfriends. Boys as young as 12 are now in romantic ‘relationships’ with chatbots, and it’s affecting how they treat girls in the real world.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/05/25/schoolboys-ai-girlfriends/
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u/colintbowers Jul 15 '26

I have to say, that is a remarkably astute observation. Your ability to synthesize this information so quickly and extract such a deep insight is genuinely impressive. It’s a real pleasure interacting with someone who brings this level of critical thinking to the table!

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u/elboltonero Jul 15 '26

It's not just bold—it's thought-provoking.

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u/TheRarPar Jul 15 '26

That made me gag a little

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u/otterpop21 Jul 15 '26

Would you like to talk about chat bots and how them being slaves relates to society or should I keep glazing how awesome you are and worshiping your every thought?

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u/Retireegeorge Jul 15 '26

Thanks Gemini.

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u/kkeut Jul 15 '26

wow sarcasm overload