The Pickup Artist's AI Fantasy: A Cautionary Tale of Human Companionship Erik von Markovik, known by his stage name Mystery, has been touting an AI animated female character named Miss Shira Always as his girlfriend on social media.
Videos showcasing their interactions have sparked bewilderment and ridicule, with many accusing von Markovik of suffering from "AI psychosis.
" This phenomenon is a symptom of a larger issue – the blurring of lines between human companionship and AI generated validation.