Can AI companions help heal loneliness?

AI companions could either be the cure to our loneliness epidemic … or humanity's final downfall, says Eugenia Kuyda, creator of Replika — an app that allows you to create AI friends. She explores the potential of this technology to either exacerbate isolation or encourage connection, advocating for an AI whose success is driven not by clicks and screen time but by human happiness and flourishing.

Stop Scrolling! Meta AI Just Gave Us Unlimited Midjourney & Flux for Free

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Here’s how Meta’s latest move could give every artist and designer infinite access to top AI tools

This is the biggest, craziest freebie to hit the internet, and you absolutely cannot miss it!

Every ChatGPT Feature In 37 Minutes

The ULTIMATE Beginners Guide to Midjourney in 2025

Midjourney AI is a generative AI tool that creates images and videos from text descriptions, known as prompts. Users provide a text prompt, and the AI generates a corresponding image, often using a process that works by reversing random noise into a coherent picture. It operates on the Discord chat platform and has tools for refining images, like upscaling and variations, and even creating animations.

Did Google’s A.I. Just Become Sentient? Two Employees Think So.

Can an A.I. think and feel? The answer is no, but two Google engineers think this isn't the case. We're at the point where the Turing test looks like it's been conquered.

Here are my prior posts:

https://evanscenterai.blogspot.com/2025/08/is-google-program-sentient.html

https://evanscenterai.blogspot.com/2025/10/the-enigma-of-consciousness.html 

Meta’s Secret AI Breakthrough: The Dawn of Self-Improving Intelligence

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At the end of July 2025, Mark Zuckerberg dropped a single sentence that sent shockwaves through the AI community. While most people scrolled past it, experts immediately realized the gravity of what he admitted: Meta’s AI systems are now improving themselves.

What Just Happened?

ChatGPT Atlas - The Battle for you Browser

ChatGPT Atlas is an AI-powered web browser developed by OpenAI that is built around its ChatGPT chatbot. It was launched on October 21, 2025, initially for macOS, with versions for Windows, iOS, and Android planned for release soon. The browser features a built-in ChatGPT interface that can interact with the websites you visit to provide answers, summarize content, and perform tasks.

COLDFUSION

 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4QZ_LsYcvcq7qOsOhpAX4A

 

Let’s go with another “source of wisdom” recommendation. In this case is ColdFusion, a Youtube channel created by Dagogo Altraide that aims to let us experience the cutting edge of the world around. From AI and Robotics, to stem cells and the most promising cure of cancer, all narrated in a very entertaining way.

Forget AI, The Robots Are Coming!

Humanoid robots are suddenly everywhere, but why? In this episode, we explore the state of the art in both the US and China. (Sep 16, 2025)

AI-generated ‘actress’ Tilly Norwood draws Hollywood backlash

European AI production company Particle6 says their AI-creation Tilly Norwood has generated a lot of interest, but Hollywood actors including Emily Blunt, Melissa Barrera and Whoopi Goldberg as well as the SAG-AFTRA union have come out against the AI character.

Sora 2: Create Realistic AI Videos w/ Sound & Motion

What if you could put yourself—or your family and friends—into any video you can imagine? Today, we’re looking at Sora 2, OpenAI’s brand-new video + audio generation model, and it’s absolutely wild. Sora 2 adds synchronized sound, realistic physics, and better steerability—so your ideas actually move the way you picture them. In this video, I’ll show you how to access Sora 2, how to add your likeness, and how to generate your own AI videos step-by-step. Whether you’re a creator, filmmaker, or just curious about the future of AI, this walkthrough covers everything you need to know—from invite codes to pro settings. Watch until the end for some of the most jaw-dropping sample clips made with Sora 2.

Google VEO 3 Tutorial

 

Veo 3 is Google DeepMind's advanced, text-to-video AI model that generates cinematic-quality videos with both visuals and synchronized audio, including dialogue, music, and sound effects, from a text prompt. It's available through platforms like Google AI, Gemini, and integrated into other creative tools like Canva, allowing developers and creators to build immersive narratives and dynamic content. 

The Enigma of Consciousness

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About a month ago, a family member asked me, "What is my definition of consciousness as it pertains to AI?"

I couldn't answer. AI was advancing faster than anyone had anticipated. I was trying to keep up with the new developments that the definition of consciousness was immaterial. It will happen, and we won't know (or care).

When Will AGI/Singularity Happen? 8,590 Predictions Analyzed

https://research.aimultiple.com/artificial-general-intelligence-singularity-timing/ 

Nevertheless, to respond, I asked Google to answer his question which sufficient for my definition.

I have also added two relevant videos - AI-2027 on my blog.

https://evanscenterai.blogspot.com/2025/09/ai-2027.html and

https://evanscenterai.blogspot.com/2025/10/another-story-from-ai-2027.html

Another Story from AI-2027

I read a report that said that AI may surpass human level intelligence in  just a few years. It's called AI 2027. We, of  course, don't know if or when this will happen,  but many experts think it will, and soon. I wanted  to visually show you how fast AI is improving,  and so I used it to script and make  a short film based on this report.

EFFECTIVE PROMPTS FOR BANANAS

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The Nano Banana Prompt Formula Nobody Told You About PRADIP KAITY, Sep 5, 2025

Read this article for Free by clicking HERE

You’ve probably had this happen: you type in a prompt, hit generate, and the AI spits out something completely different from what you had in mind.

Instead of swapping a shirt, the AI changes the person’s face.

Frustrating, right?

NANO BANANA

 https://gemini.google.com/app

"Nano Banana" is the codename for Google's Gemini 2.5 Flash Image. This is an AI model that edits existing images using text prompts. The model was released in August 2025 and is part of the Gemini family of AI products

50 Insane Uses of Nano Banana

AI 2027 - A Realistic Scenario of AI Takeover

AI 2027 - Summary Research

We predict that the impact of superhuman AI over the next decade will be enormous, exceeding that of the Industrial Revolution.

We wrote a scenario that represents our best guess about what that might look like. It’s informed by trend extrapolations, wargames, expert feedback, experience at OpenAI, and previous forecasting successes.

Read the narrative - https://ai-2027.com/

3 Things Learned About ChatGPT

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OpenAI has released what it says is the largest report on ChatGPT use yet.

It offers new insights into who's using the popular AI chatbot — and what they're using it for.

The 64-page study, conducted by the company's economic research team and published as a working paper with the National Bureau of Economic Research, is based on over 1.5 million chat messages from about 130,000 users sent between May 2024 and July 2025.

ChatGPT - Study Mode: It's New

Study Mode is new feature in August. 

It is available in GPT-5 FREE, Plus, and Pro. 

Morgan Stanley Sells AI

Wait and be patient past the (too many) YouTube ads.  

Here (and more YouTube ads) is more Investment market hype more BS? Maybe. 

The Next AI Boom: Why AGI Will Be Bigger Than ChatGPT

Nevertheless, be careful. Remember the dot.com fiasco? 

How AI Is Learning to Lie

Microsoft Copilot: An Overview

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Next to OpenAI’s GPT‑5, which I use most of the time, Microsoft Copilot is my preferred secondary AI assistant. Its greatest strength lies in its seamless integration into Windows 11 and the Microsoft ecosystem, making it highly convenient for productivity and everyday tasks.

Reliability and Limitations

When comparing GPT‑5 and Copilot, I found both occasionally produced incorrect, incomplete, or misleading answers. Verifying and challenging those responses required effort and sometimes slowed down my workflow. This underscores an important reality: even advanced AI assistants are not infallible and must be used critically, especially in research and professional contexts.

What Can AI Agent Can do That Basic AI Can't

Using with Agents are a whole new world in working with AI. The only way to learn the difference is to watch a few examples.

Important skills for effectively using GPT-5

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Successfully utilizing GPT-5, with its advanced reasoning and multi-modal capabilities, requires developing a range of skills:

1. Prompt engineering

25 Things That You Didn't Know ChatGPT Could Do

This video was created Pre-GPT-5. Now of the different versions of ChatGPT are not needed. GPT-5 does it all.

I found this hit   

https://aishorty.com/articles/187ebb56-5970-4c48-8663-14d7d7af61b8 

which gives the time stamp for various topics and this hit,

https://recapio.com/digest/25-things-you-didn-t-know-chatgpt-could-do-by-jake-dawson 

which gives a summary transcript. Tom B.

Introduction to ChatGPT Agents

More helpful info on ChatGPT Agents

What is ChatGPT Agent, and how can I use it?

8 Insane ChatGPT Agents

AI in DeepMind

Latest 60 Minutes about AI

Superintelligence by Eric Schmidt

The Illusion of Privacy

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The Illusion of Privacy

From Childhood Narcissism to Adult Reality

As children, we were subtly trained to see ourselves as the center of the universe.
Parents praised our every achievement, celebrated our uniqueness, and shielded us from uncomfortable truths.

In essence, they nurtured a mild form of narcissism — the belief that our story mattered more than anyone else’s.

Some of us eventually matured out of that illusion.

Others channeled it into careers where self-promotion is a survival skill — politics being a prime example.

Sam Altman Shows What GPT-5 Can Do

Mastering GPT-5

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Your Personalized Complete GPT-5 Mastery Guide: To Dominate Open-AI in 2025 and Beyond

Artificial intelligence stopped being science fiction the moment the idea of GPT-5 landing in our hands. This isn’t some distant tech dream. It’s actually happening right now, and people who get on board today will leave everyone else eating dust.

You don’t need a computer science degree or years of training. GPT-5 works for teachers, entrepreneurs, students, and anyone who wants to get stuff done faster. The difference between winners and losers in 2025? Winners learned how to make AI work for them.

This intro-guide cuts through a lot of the noise and shows you exactly how to use GPT-5 to transform your work, boost your income or understanding, and stay ahead of the pack. No fluff, no theory, just practical steps that get results.

Why GPT-5 Changes Everything for Regular People

Most people think AI is for tech nerds and big corporations. They’re F-ing wrong. GPT-5 puts world-class intelligence in your pocket, and it speaks plain English. Just understand that “GPT” means “general purpose tech” and “o-5” will be the “REASONING…

Here’s what makes GPT-5 different from everything that came before:

https://medium.com/@ferreradaniel/your-personalized-complete-gpt-5-mastery-guide-to-dominate-open-ai-in-2025-and-beyond-6d6f9287269d

CHATGPT and Psychiatry Discuss Ruminating

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I Asked ChatGPT to Help Me Stop Ruminating. Here's What It Told Me to Do.

Gregory Scott Brown MD, The Editors of Men's Health

https://health.yahoo.com/wellness/mental-health/articles/asked-chatgpt-help-stop-ruminating-130000678.html

 

First, "What is Ruminating?" Here is a report from Psychiatry news.

https://www.psychiatry.org/news-room/apa-blogs/rumination-a-cycle-of-negative-thinking

Below is the real, full chat transcript of an exchange between a Men's Health reader, "Theo" and ChatGPT. We showed this conversation to MH Advisor Dr. Gregory Scott Brown, a board-certified psychiatrist, author, and educator, to tell us how the bot stacks up as a counselor. 

ChatGPT 5 Is Here

ChatGPT-5 is here — These are the most significant upgrades we need to know.

The human-like model is now available and free to everyone. 

Well, not exactly yet for most users. OpenAI says today, "We are gradually rolling out GPT-5 to ensure stability during launch. Some users may not yet see GPT-5 in their account as we increase availability in stages."

Gone are the days of choosing between GPT-4, Turbo, or O-series models. GPT-5’s single intelligent engine seamlessly delivers the best answer every time, eliminating the need for model selection. And OpenAI says that GPT-5 is much, much faster.

In demos, GPT-5 generated hundreds of lines of code in a few minutes, and it provides answers to complex questions quickly. It's also more accurate and exhibits stronger reasoning with significantly fewer hallucinations. Whatever you're doing, from coding or drafting documents to seeking health guidance, GPT-5 adapts, learns context, and offers clearer, more helpful responses.

Best ChatGPT Alternatives

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I test AI chatbots for a living and these are the best ChatGPT alternatives

Despite ChatGPT continually attempting to pull ahead, the rest of the tech sector hasn’t sat back and let OpenAI dominate. Some of its competitors equal or exceed the abilities of ChatGPT, and others offer features it doesn’t. See our GPT for links.

- The Best Overall: DeepSeek with honorable mention Claude

- Best for Live Data: Google Gemini

- Most Creative: Microsoft Copilot

- Best for Research: Perplexity

- Most Personal: Inflection Pi

- Best for Social: Meta

- Most fun: GROK 

- Best Open Source: Llama 3.2

- More Choice: POE