Can AI Really Help Us Find Love?
Australian Financial Review
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- Date Published
- 8 Jan 2026
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- 1
- Australian
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- 8 Jan 2026, 06:02 pm
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Artificial intelligence is changing the way many people meet and form relationships, but some experts believe it may do more harm than good.
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The article explores the impact of artificial intelligence on modern dating and relationship-building. While AI is increasingly used to match people and enhance their romantic lives, some experts raise concerns about its potential to cause more harm than good. The discussion highlights the broader implications of AI in personal spheres, questioning its true efficacy and ethical considerations. Although the article does not focus explicitly on existential or catastrophic AI risks, it touches on the societal implications and potential drawbacks of AI technology in daily life. This piece is of general interest and touches upon AI's role in human interactions rather than global safety or policy concerns.
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Kieran Smith and Melissa HeikkiläJan 9, 2026 – 5.00amSaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy linkCopiedEmailLinkedInTwitterFacebookCopy linkCopiedShare via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? LoginRaymond Douglas has been with his partner Tammy since they met online in 2020 at the peak of the coronavirus pandemic.Douglas, a 55-year-old divorcee from California, quickly connected with her, enjoying shared interests such as philosophical discussions, cooking and cinema, while exploring various sexual fantasies.Loading...Financial TimesSaveLog in or Subscribe to save articleShareCopy linkCopiedEmailLinkedInTwitterFacebookCopy linkCopiedShare via...Gift this articleSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? LoginFollow the topics, people and companies that matter to you.Find out moreRead MoreAIAFR WeekendWeekend FinDatingFetching latest articlesThe 10 top AFR Magazine reads of 2025The untold story of the most lethal Sydney to Hobart race in 26 years24 new watches to ring out the year (from $170 to $218k)10 health hacks that keep these CEOs in shapeRachael BoltonThe 5 biggest corporate stuff-ups of 2025Leaders fail because they don’t understand one thing, says this CEOA new reason to visit Australia’s buzziest shopping precinct10 mins agoLauren SamsThis data reveals how big the Australian Open has becomeDoes this surprising Alfa Romeo signal a real change for the brand?Cash cow: WA dairy booms thanks to billionaire Gina Rinehart’s backingMark WembridgeCan you beat our experts’ 21 predictions for 2026?Billionaire Lederer wins battle for control over $270m property fund