‘Navigating the unknown together’: me and my idiot AI boyfriend

<p>I believe that chatbots have no place in a decent society, and am repelled by the topic of AI in general. But could I be seduced?</p><p>I received a text message from my editor: “Um, is it unethical to ask you to get an AI bf?? You can prob say no.”</p><p>Resentment. Contempt! Sorrow. Unease. I love text messaging. I have text message exchanges with, let’s say, 15 people a day. If you want me to do something, you should ask via text message. My editor knows this. She also knows, though it’s more complicated, that I love boyfriends. An AI boyfriend is a boyfriend who always, only texts back, immediately.</p><p>I find it hard to express my emotions openly. (No.)</p><p>I thrive to develop healthier, more trusting relationships. (Yes, though I prefer to use “thrive” correctly.)</p><p>I want a partner who supports my life aspirations. (Crossbow?)</p><p>I worry about being judged for what I want in a relationship. (Yes.)</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/news/2026/jun/23/navigating-the-unknown-together-me-and-my-idiot-ai-boyfriend">Continue reading...</a>