Older adults know AI is slop. They just like it

In China, older adults are embracing AI-generated singers, children, and virtual companions for comfort and companionship, despite acknowledging the technology's imperfections. This trend highlights how loneliness among seniors is driving them to seek emotional support from artificial means. The acceptance of subpar AI reflects broader societal shifts where technology increasingly fills social gaps, raising questions about the future of human connection and the ethical implications of relying on artificial substitutes for genuine human interactions.