AI Companion Apps Are Taking Off, But Experts Cite Risks 

AI companion bots are gaining more users.  WHO declares loneliness a global public health concern. Experts are skeptical about the effects of AI on loneliness. Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly having a real impact on the world. However, this impact is not always positive, as in the case of deep fakes used for scams. One particular area of concern is mental health, where AI use is under particular scrutiny.  Most recently, an AI app Avatar.One gained significant traction in user count. The company behind it claims that the app can combat loneliness, which is increasingly becoming a problem in

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