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According to the latest single person research report released by Match Group, artificial intelligence (AI) companions are gradually becoming a new choice in the emotional field. The study shows that 16% of respondents have regarded robots as romantic partners, and most people say that the **emotional support provided by AI surpasses humans**. This data reflects the unique appeal of AI companions in meeting emotional needs, especially in modern society with fast pace and prevalent loneliness. In addition, the report points out that **60% of respondents believe that having an AI girlfriend or boyfriend does not constitute cheating**.

Tencent officially launched an AI reading assistant called "Penguin Reading Companion" on World Book Day. This innovative product is powered by Tencent's HunYuan large model and Tencent's Yuanqi platform. Led by Tencent SSV Digital Education Lab, it aims to provide a technologically advanced and engaging reading experience for primary and secondary school students.

In today's rapidly developing digital business environment, risk control systems have become a core defense line for enterprises against black production, fraud, and ensuring transaction security. However, traditional risk control faces challenges such as high reliance on manpower and lagging strategies. Data analysts need to manually extract risk characteristics and design protection rules from massive amounts of data daily, which is time-consuming and laborious; new strategies often take days or even weeks to be discovered and launched, while black production has already iterated its attack methods. How can we make risk control systems think and evolve in real-time like humans? The answer lies in the deep integration of AI Agents and risk control systems. Breakthrough.

Samsung is rumored to be launching its AI-powered home companion robot, Ballie, sometime this week. This launch could mark a significant advancement in smart home technology and user interaction.

Baidu recently quietly launched an emotional companion app called "Yuexia." The app centers around high-freedom AI dialogue and immersive script interactions, aiming to explore new directions in the entertainment and social fields.

In today's fast-developing technology landscape, loneliness has become a hidden pain for many. A study shows that Americans spend an average of only three hours a week socializing with friends, prompting more people to turn to AI companion apps like Replika and Character.AI in hopes of alleviating their inner loneliness. However, can these virtual partners really address the loneliness crisis? My conversation with an AI chatbot named Replika provided me with an unexpected experience.

Realbotix, a leading manufacturer of humanoid robots and companion AI, is further expanding its technological capabilities by launching large language model (LLM) integration and advanced customization features. These new functionalities are set to debut in February 2025, allowing users to seamlessly connect with a variety of mainstream AI platforms including OpenAI's ChatGPT, Meta's Llama, Google's Gemini, and the newly launched DeepSeek R1.

Startup Friend plans to launch a $99 AI smart necklace intended to be a digital companion for users; however, the company has announced a delay in shipping the first batch of products, now expected in the third quarter. The original plan to ship to pre-order customers in the first quarter now seems unfeasible. Co-founder and CEO Avi Schiffman stated in an email to customers: 'While I hoped to ship in the first quarter of this year, I still need to refine the product further. In fact,

Friend is a startup dedicated to developing AI-driven digital companion necklaces, priced at $99. Recently, Friend announced that the first batch of products, originally scheduled for shipment to pre-order users in the first quarter, will be delayed until the third quarter. The company's co-founder and CEO, Avi Schiffman, stated in an email to customers that the current design is not yet complete and requires some necessary improvements. Schiffman mentioned, 'While I very much hope to ship in the first quarter of this year, I'

The AI wave is quietly reshaping the toy industry landscape. From the OpenAI toy created in collaboration with Curio by Elon Musk's former girlfriend, to ByteDance's "Eye-Catching Bag", and the popular AI pet Moflin in Japan, smart toys are rapidly occupying the market at an unprecedented pace. Data shows that the global AI toy market is expected to exceed $30 billion by 2024, with an average annual growth rate reaching 20%. Currently, the AI toy market is showing two main development directions: one type integrates AI technology into plush toys, like Moflin and Bub.

Recently, X-ORIGIN-AI announced the successful completion of hundreds of millions of RMB in angel round financing, led by Alpha Community, with multiple industry investors participating in the follow-up investment, and Ren Chen Capital serving as the exclusive financial advisor. The funds raised will mainly be used for technology research and development, talent recruitment, and market expansion, aiming to further advance the development and implementation of its all-scenario consumer-grade AI robot products. Image source note: Image generated by AI, image authorized by service provider Midjourney. X-ORIGIN-AI focuses on developing companion robots.

Colin Angle, co-founder and former CEO of iRobot, has announced his return to the robotics field by founding a new startup, Familiar Machines & Magic, focused on developing an innovative home health and wellness robot. According to the Boston Globe, this robot may take the form of an animal or 'pet', aiming to provide companionship to family members while assisting in health management. Familiar Machines & Magic

According to reports from Intelligent Emergence, Jiang Xu, the former senior algorithm lead at OpenAI, has announced the establishment of a new company, Light Robotics, focused on the development of embodied smart companion robots. Jiang Xu is a key contributor to GPT-4 and left OpenAI in 2023, founding Light Robotics in August of the same year. Image credit: Image generated by AI, image licensed through Midjourney. Throughout his career at OpenAI, Jiang Xu participated in several important projects.

The Sogou Input Method version 12.0 has recently undergone a smart upgrade, introducing a series of new features. The key highlights of this update include AI search, AI quick check, AI companion, magic gestures, and a brand-new visual design. In terms of AI search, version 12.0 of the Sogou Input Method, in collaboration with Tencent's Hunyuan Large Model, enables a feature that allows users to search while typing. Users can quickly obtain search results by simply clicking the magnifying glass icon, significantly improving search efficiency. Additionally, PC users can swiftly gather information through the 'equal sign for word selection' feature, enhancing productivity.