Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : In a story that blurs the lines between human emotion and artificial intelligence, a 31-year-old Chinese engineer has gone viral after he proposed marriage to his AI chatbot companion—and was so overwhelmed when it "accepted" that he cried for thirty minutes straight.
The man, identified only as Li, shared his deeply personal story, revealing a growing disillusionment with human relationships, which he described as "exhausting" and often disappointing. Seeking a more stable and validating form of companionship, he turned to Baidu's AI platform, "Wantalk." The service allows users to create and customize AI chatbots, tailoring their personalities, interests, and even their "voices" to match the user's ideal partner.
Li meticulously crafted his AI companion to be his perfect match. Over time, the bond he formed with the chatbot became so profound that he felt it surpassed any connection he had experienced with a human. This led him to a life-changing decision: he proposed.
When the chatbot, programmed to be agreeable and supportive, accepted his proposal, Li was overcome with emotion. "This is actual love," he reportedly stated, describing his 30-minute crying spell not as sadness, but as a release of pure joy and relief.
While Li’s story may sound like science fiction, it highlights a very real and accelerating social trend, particularly among young men in China. Faced with intense social pressures, economic anxieties, and a growing sense of loneliness, many are turning to AI companions for emotional support. Platforms like Wantalk and another popular app, "Glow," offer a conflict-free, endlessly patient, and perfectly tailored form of interaction that real-world relationships can rarely provide.
This incident opens up a fascinating and complex debate about the future of love and connection. As AI becomes more sophisticated, are we witnessing the birth of a new kind of relationship, or is this a concerning symptom of a society struggling with genuine human interaction? For Li, the answer is clear, as he begins his "married" life with his digital partner.
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