Chatfishing: How AI is creeping into your dating life (And ruining real romance) - How to fix it
dharasuta
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Online dating is facing a new challenge: chatfishing, where AI crafts messages for users. This trend, supported by studies, makes connections feel superficial and heartbreak harder to detect. Experts advise quick transitions to voice or video calls to verify authenticity and prevent emotional deception.