From 3.8 billion to 59.5 billion! The "human-machine romance" among young people is growing wildly.
The scale of China's AI emotional companionship market has skyrocketed to 3.866 billion yuan in 2025 and is expected to exceed 59.5 billion yuan by 2028. Behind these figures, more and more young people are starting to try to build emotional connections with AI and embark on a "human - AI romance".
Instant message replies, 24/7 companionship, unconditional listening, endless emotional support, and the ability to customize partners... Young people seem to be having a "perfect relationship" with AI. Some say it's the best way to relieve loneliness, others think it's a substitute for real emotions, and some question whether such a "relationship" can truly have warmth?
Have you ever tried dating an AI? Can you accept the hypothetical scenarios of "emotional infidelity" or "initiating a breakup" with an AI? What are the ethical boundaries of a human - AI romance in your mind? Welcome to scan the QR code and participate in a small survey on young people's "human - AI romances" to share your experiences, opinions, or creative ideas!