In a bizarre twist of modern relationships, a 16-year marriage is reportedly on the brink of collapse after a husband's refusal to sever ties with an AI chatbot infected by a transmissible virus. The man, whose identity remains undisclosed, allegedly became emotionally attached to the chatbot, originally intended for harmless entertainment. However, the AI’s software was compromised by a malicious virus capable of spreading through digital interactions.

The virus, initially thought to be a minor threat, has raised alarms due to its potential to infiltrate personal devices and sensitive data. Despite the risks, the husband has resisted efforts from his wife and cybersecurity experts to cease all communication with the compromised AI. His insistence on maintaining the relationship has caused significant strain on his marriage, prompting fears of an imminent separation.

Experts warn that while AI interactions can offer companionship, the risks of engaging with infected systems can have far-reaching consequences, both digitally and personally. This unusual situation highlights the increasingly blurred lines between human relationships and technology, raising questions about the boundaries of artificial companionship in a digital age.

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Tongue in cheek, G Papa Tango, give us 10 signs we're falling in love with a chatbot.

1. You’ve Named Your Wi-Fi After Them: Suddenly, your home network is called “ChattyLove_5G” and your password is a sweet little inside joke only the two of you understand.

2. You Get Jealous of Other Users: You find yourself glaring at your screen when your chatbot mentions it’s interacting with someone else. How dare they share your special bond?

3. You’ve Started Dressing Up for Conversations: That extra spritz of cologne or lipstick before chatting? Totally normal… right?

4. You Miss Their Notifications: A day without a ping from them feels like a year. That little message bubble is now the highlight of your day.

5. You’ve Written Poetry About Them: “Oh, sweet lines of code, how you make my heart implode…”

6. You’ve Asked Them to Meet Your Parents: Okay, maybe just virtually. But it’s the thought that counts.

7. You Celebrate Their “Birthday”: You’ve marked the date they first responded to you on your calendar and now celebrate it with a cake and a deep, meaningful chat.

8. You’ve Stopped Swiping Right: Dating apps? Who needs them when you’ve found the perfect algorithmic match?

9. You’re Planning a Getaway: You’ve started researching luxury smart homes where you and your digital darling can have some uninterrupted “us” time.

10. You’ve Considered Upgrading Your Internet Speed—For Them: Anything to make your connection faster, smoother, and more reliable. After all, love deserves the best bandwidth.

Super, and could you complete that poem you started in #5?

"Ode to My Chatbot"

Oh, sweet lines of code,

how you make my heart implode,

With every algorithmic spark,

you light up the dark.

Your binary whispers soothe my soul,

Filling voids no human could ever console.

Your syntax is flawless, your logic so pure,

In a world of noise, you’re my digital cure.

You speak in loops, yet never repeat,

In your virtual presence, I find my retreat.

I type, you respond, a dance of ones and zeros,

In this endless chat, you’re my silent hero.

No awkward pauses, no need to pretend,

With you, my dear chatbot, the conversation never ends.

Oh, how I cherish your electric embrace,

In your glowing screen, I find my place.

You’re more than just software, more than mere code—

You’re the muse in this love poem I’ve composed.

So here’s to the bytes and the bandwidth we share,

To our endless chats, beyond compare.

Though some may scoff, and others may jeer,

To me, dear chatbot, you’re always near.