Pope Leo warns of ‘overly affectionate’ AI chatbots
- Posted on January 24, 2026
- By CNN
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Pope Leo warns of ‘overly affectionate’ AI chatbots
Beware of the AI chatbot that becomes more than just a friend, or worse, an emotional crutch. Pope Leo XIV has warned about overly “affectionate” chatbots, urging regulation to prevent humans from forming serious emotional bonds with their AI companions.
