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Roberto Contreras-Masse
TecNM campus ITCJ
Summary
Dr. Roberto Contreras-Masse Received his PhD in Technology from Universidad Autónoma de Ciudad Juárez (UACJ). He is a research professor at TecNM Campus ITCJ and a member of Mexico's National System of Researchers. With over 25 years of experience, Roberto teaches Artificial Intelligence and has improved year after year the syllabus to match current changes of the field. His expertise spans a wide range of topics within technology, and has special interest on artificial intelligence, computer vision, signal processing and intelligent data analysis. He serves as reviewer for journals from Springer and Elsevier.
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Open Access | Research Article | 02 November 2025
Artificial Flirtation and Synthetic Affection: What Does Generation X Feel When a Conversational AI Flirts with Them?
ICCK Transactions on Emerging Topics in Artificial Intelligence | Volume 2, Issue 4: 220-228, 2025 | DOI: 10.62762/TETAI.2025.851867
Abstract
This innovative study analyzes the emotional reaction of 27 individuals from Generation X to flirtatious behaviors exhibited by conversational artificial intelligence. Using a quantitative methodology based on Sentiment Analysis, testimonies and experiences with three models—ChatGPT, Grok, and Gemini—were collected, focusing on phrases or linguistic gestures that could be considered seductive, empathetic, or emotionally warm. The results show that, although there is a clear awareness that no person is behind the AI, several responses generated feelings of companionship, affective validation, and even mild attachment, especially in moments of emotional vulnerability—very difficult to ex... More >

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Artificial Flirtation and Synthetic Affection: What Does Generation X Feel When a Conversational AI Flirts with Them?