Event Brief
Are we outsourcing our souls to AI companions?
Filed: Mar 14, 2026 at 4:04 PM ET
Summary: More people are turning to AI during crises, treating it as a confidante, which can have both positive and negative effects.
WHO: Individuals seeking AI companionship
WHAT: Turning to AI for emotional support during personal crises
WHEN: Mar 14, 2026 at 3:24 PM ET
WHERE: Bondi Beach
WHY: To cope with personal and existential crises
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