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Re:Ask HN: How can we solve the loneliness epidemic? by null0ranje on Thursday January 15, 2026 @02:01PM (#46637409)
It kind of sounds like you want to automate small talk. I think we need to have less tech, not more, if we're trying to solve this problem.
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Re:Ask HN: How can we solve the loneliness epidemic? by SeanAnderson on Thursday January 15, 2026 @02:26PM (#46637825)
I could see how it could be interpreted that way!

In my mind, it's more like meeting new acquaintances at the dog park. Dogs start playing with each other and getting along and you end up chatting with the other dog's owner while watching the dogs play together. Trying to recreate those vibes with digital pets.

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