(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) It is not just individual lives that are at risk. Democracy requires the capacity to ...

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As Valentine’s Day approaches, the age-old quest for companionship and connection takes on a new twist. For many, the quest might now include artificial intelligence (AI) companion chatbots that offer ...