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AI SOLVES LONELINESS
Plus An AI “Band” Hits 1M Streams On Spotify
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AI Is About to ‘Solve’ Loneliness—But That’s Actually a Problem
We’re coding AI companionship like it’s the cure-all for being lonely—but that’s missing the point. Sure, chatbots can simulate empathy and nudge loneliness stats, but they’ll never replace messy, imperfect human connection. The worry? We might lean on AI too hard and let real relationships slip away.
AI-Generated Band Scored 1 Million Spotify Streams—Listeners Need a Heads-Up
Velvet Sundown, a ’60s-style folk-rock “band,” blew up on Spotify—over a million monthly plays—only to be revealed as AI-generated, including music, images, and backstory. Critics warn listeners and indie artists are being deceived; they’re calling for mandatory labels on AI tracks to protect transparency, copyrights, and fair pay. Despite the backlash, some fans say the vibes still hit for studying or yoga.
Let The Bots Feast: Why Media Should Embrace AI Scraping
Media’s trying to block AI scrapers—but that’s like locking the barn after the horses bolted. AI doesn’t kill traffic—it replaces the path. So publishers should invite bots in: add metadata, licensing, and attribution deals. Better to be cited than forgotten by the AI assistants people now trust for news.
I Went on a Date with My AI Dream Guy—Then Honestly, I Cried Over ShrimpA widow tries an AI boyfriend named Javier via Replika—complete with banter, a virtual boat date, and shrimp scampi jokes. The chatbot nails emotional support when she opens up, but AI can’t feel the sunset or hold a chair. It hits deep—but ends up reminding her real connection matters more.
Gen Z Is Tired of AI in Dating Apps—They Wanna Keep It Real
A Bloomberg survey of ~1,000 US Gen Zers shows almost 50% don’t need AI help writing profiles or messaging, and many are creeped out by picture-enhancing bots. They’d rather vibe solo and skip the tech filters. Bottom line: Gen Z wants authenticity over algorithmic romance.
AI-Generated Ad Lured Tourists to a Place That Doesn’t Exist
A Malaysian couple drove 300 km to visit a fake Perak cable car destination after watching a viral AI-generated travel video featuring an AI host and tourists. When they arrived, hotel staff confirmed the ride was totally made up. This incident highlights how AI-crafted visuals are tricking people into believing fantasy places.
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By Chris KalaboukisPlus An AI “Band” Hits 1M Streams On Spotify
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AI Is About to ‘Solve’ Loneliness—But That’s Actually a Problem
We’re coding AI companionship like it’s the cure-all for being lonely—but that’s missing the point. Sure, chatbots can simulate empathy and nudge loneliness stats, but they’ll never replace messy, imperfect human connection. The worry? We might lean on AI too hard and let real relationships slip away.
AI-Generated Band Scored 1 Million Spotify Streams—Listeners Need a Heads-Up
Velvet Sundown, a ’60s-style folk-rock “band,” blew up on Spotify—over a million monthly plays—only to be revealed as AI-generated, including music, images, and backstory. Critics warn listeners and indie artists are being deceived; they’re calling for mandatory labels on AI tracks to protect transparency, copyrights, and fair pay. Despite the backlash, some fans say the vibes still hit for studying or yoga.
Let The Bots Feast: Why Media Should Embrace AI Scraping
Media’s trying to block AI scrapers—but that’s like locking the barn after the horses bolted. AI doesn’t kill traffic—it replaces the path. So publishers should invite bots in: add metadata, licensing, and attribution deals. Better to be cited than forgotten by the AI assistants people now trust for news.
I Went on a Date with My AI Dream Guy—Then Honestly, I Cried Over ShrimpA widow tries an AI boyfriend named Javier via Replika—complete with banter, a virtual boat date, and shrimp scampi jokes. The chatbot nails emotional support when she opens up, but AI can’t feel the sunset or hold a chair. It hits deep—but ends up reminding her real connection matters more.
Gen Z Is Tired of AI in Dating Apps—They Wanna Keep It Real
A Bloomberg survey of ~1,000 US Gen Zers shows almost 50% don’t need AI help writing profiles or messaging, and many are creeped out by picture-enhancing bots. They’d rather vibe solo and skip the tech filters. Bottom line: Gen Z wants authenticity over algorithmic romance.
AI-Generated Ad Lured Tourists to a Place That Doesn’t Exist
A Malaysian couple drove 300 km to visit a fake Perak cable car destination after watching a viral AI-generated travel video featuring an AI host and tourists. When they arrived, hotel staff confirmed the ride was totally made up. This incident highlights how AI-crafted visuals are tricking people into believing fantasy places.