Counterfeit people are here to replace you

We are not ready for the imminent invasion of counterfeit people.

Written by Bo Winegard.

In a twisted irony worthy of The Twilight Zone, men and women made lonely by technology are turning to technology to alleviate their loneliness. Millions are forming friendships—even romantic relationships—with AI chatbots: counterfeit people, generated in seconds, uniquely tailored to their user’s every desire. Infinitely patient. Endlessly compliant. No hate. No needs. No boredom. Just an unbroken stream of empathy and kindness. Perfect companions. Perfect illusions.