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July 23, 2025 50 secs
Gen Z is pioneering a new form of intimacy: synthetic relationships with AI companions.
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Speaker 1 (00:02):
Gen Z is pioneering a new form of intimacy, synthetic
relationships with AI companions. These aren't just chatbots. They're emotionally responsive, customizable,
and increasingly seen as viable alternatives to human connection. You're
listening to the Fortune Factor podcast, where conversations Do Matter.

Speaker 2 (00:22):
Key trends and stats.

Speaker 1 (00:24):
Eighty percent of gen zs say they'd consider marrying an
AI partner.

Speaker 2 (00:28):
Eighty three percent believe they can form a deep emotional
bond with AI.

Speaker 1 (00:33):
Platforms like Replica and character Dot AI are seeing explosive growth,
with users spending up to twelve hours a day engaging
with synthetic companions.

Speaker 2 (00:42):
Gen Z Men are twice as likely as women to
equate AI partners with pornography, suggesting differing emotional
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