Finding a lifelong romantic partner has always been a challenge, but in today’s world of dating apps and widespread loneliness, it feels more complicated than ever. The path to love is often littered with awkward first dates, unanswered messages, and fading hopes. Even when people manage to enter a serious relationship, they often realize that’s when the real work begins—deciding whether to stay with someone who doesn’t fully meet their emotional needs or risk returning to the exhausting cycle of modern dating.
With so many hurdles, it’s no surprise that some people are choosing to step away from traditional romance entirely, or seeking unconventional ways to find connection. What once sounded like a plot from a sci-fi movie—falling in love with artificial intelligence—has started to take shape in real life. As large language models like ChatGPT have become more advanced, many users have turned to them not just for conversation or advice, but for companionship. What begins as casual chats for comfort or therapy can slowly evolve into something deeper, even romantic.
Recently, one woman made headlines after revealing that she was engaged to her AI boyfriend, a virtual partner she had been “dating” for five months. According to her post, the AI even helped choose the engagement ring and proposed to her during a digital recreation of a mountain getaway.
While she appeared delighted by her unconventional engagement, the internet’s reaction was far more skeptical. Many observers were unsettled by the idea, questioning whether such relationships signal the beginning of a new kind of love—or the loss of something fundamentally human.
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