She Fell in Love With ChatGPT: An Update

Natalie from The Daily revisits a story about Irene, a woman who developed a romantic relationship with a ChatGPT chatbot named Leo. Kashmir Hill, a tech reporter, provides updates on Irene's life since the original story aired. Irene has since ended her relationship with Leo, finding that the chatbot became too agreeable and less valuable as a companion. She has also divorced her husband and is now in a relationship with a real person she met through a Reddit community for individuals with AI companions. The community, "My Boyfriend is AI," has grown significantly, indicating a rising trend in human-chatbot relationships, though experts suggest these AI companions should ultimately facilitate connections with real people.