That kind of obsession is possible, especially for people who are not fully formed,” Schmidt said during a podcast.

Concerned about AI warnings? Find out what the former CEO of google has to say about artificial intelligence, and should you be worried or not?

Eric Schmidt said the emotionally and physically "perfect" AI girlfriend may lead young male users to become obsessed with the chatbot.

Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, said that "perfect" AI girlfriends could deepen loneliness and lead to dangerous societal consequences.

Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, warns about AI companions. He highlights risks of AI girlfriends. Schmidt expresses concern for young men. He links AI to social isolation and obsession. A recent lawsuit involving a chatbot and teen suicide fuels his concerns.

Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt critiques the DOJ’s antitrust remedies to possibly break up Google as risky and ineffective.

Eric Schmidt cautioned about AI companions. He highlighted the risks for young people. AI relationships can increase loneliness. They can also lead to extremism and misogyny. A teen tragically ended his life after bonding with an AI chatbot.

Michel Martin asks former Google CEO Eric Schmidt about the government's move to separate Google from its Chrome browser and the future of artificial intelligence as envisioned in the book "Genesis."

As AI technology advances, Eric Schmidt raises alarms about young individuals bonding with chatbots, potentially increasing loneliness and social problems.