Guardian: AI Companions Turn Intimacy into a Business

The Guardian discusses how Gen Z is living in an 'intimacy economy' where AI companions are commercializing emotional connections. The article highlights the tension between the desire for genuine connection and the monetization of digital companionship.

2026-07-21 ~ 2026-07-23 · 2 related posts

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