OpenAI is worried about people becoming emotionally dependent on artificial intelligence. It has released new lifelike voices that are almost the same as human voices. They can have conversations, laugh, interject with "umms" and "aahs," and they can deal with interruptions. An OpenAI report states: "Users might form social relationships with the AI, reducing their need for human interaction."

The report warns that chatbots could change society. They could even end communication among humans. However, the report highlights some benefits. These include bringing comfort to lonely people, and helping those with no self-confidence. People may gain enough confidence to start dating. Conversely, chatbots could make people ruder and more selfish. A website says chatbots could increase biases and spread disinformation.