The Tamagotchi was released in the late 1990s and it was a toy that captured the imaginations of kids (and some adults) around the world, quickly establishing itself as a cultural phenomenon.

AI virtual companions have come into their own ...

A major behavioural and technological shift is underway as users increasingly turn to personalised digital companions instead of traditional search, social, or messaging tools. Advances in generative ...

Novel technology is often a double-edged sword. New capabilities come with new risks, and artificial intelligence is certainly no exception. AI used for human companionship, for instance, promises an ...