AI companions as a distinct category of online relationship

Dead Internet Theory: AI companions can produce meaningful social experiences for users without being reciprocal human relationships, which makes them a distinct category rather than a simple fake version of friendship.

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By Switchboard Tech Services · Originally published 2026-08-22

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