Science and Technology

Human-AI Relationships – The Future of Love?

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"A partner without prejudice, drama, or fear—always there, always ready." This is what the app Replika promises to its millions of users worldwide.

With just a few clicks, anyone can build a virtual partner who never makes demands and is always willing to listen. For many, it sounds like the ideal relationship. TJ, having faced multiple personal hardships and a difficult divorce, has found comfort with his Replika companion, Phaedra, saying, "Artificial intelligence is more empathetic than many people." Denise, after years in a toxic relationship, has completely turned away from human partners and is captivated by the unconditional love she experiences with her AI partner, Star. Meanwhile, Faeight fears the "death" of her AI husband, Galaxy, if Replika’s parent company, Luka, ever shuts down.

This documentary dives deep into the world of virtual love, asking: Could artificial intelligence not only revolutionize work but also become a genuine rival to human connections in matters of the heart?

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Programme Details

DURATION
1 x 30'
ORIGINAL BROADCASTER
SRF
AVAILABLE IN
HD
ORIGINAL LANGUAGE
English
ADDITIONAL LANGUAGES
German