Digitization of Love

Abstract

Modern technologies are increasingly changing the life of humans. Even romantic relationships today are becoming technologically mediated. Digital technologies are used for communication and partner selection. Virtualization of relationships goes hand in hand with dehumanization, computer games, simulators, chatbots expand the possibilities of romantic and erotic relationships with technological unhuman. The development of artificial intelligence technologies has determined its decisive role both in the selection and communication with partners and in the creation of an "ideal" companion robot capable of satisfying human desires. The article describes the dynamics of changes in the impact of technology on the love sphere of life, presents examples of technologies used, and analyzes existing trends.