Vance reportedly pointed to what he sees as troubling developments surrounding AI and human relationships.
He described an unnamed technology company that allegedly holds an emotional or symbolic farewell ceremony when an older AI model is retired and replaced by a newer system. Vance presented the practice as an example of how people could become unusually emotionally attached to artificial intelligence.
He also mentioned an acquaintance who reportedly uses an AI chatbot as a marriage counselor. Vance characterized this practice as “satanic,” arguing that relying on AI for deeply personal human relationships could move people away from the social connections and relationships that he believes God intended humans to have.
His broader argument was that increasingly replacing human interaction with technology could create what he described as a dark spiritual energy, raising concerns that go beyond technology and into questions of faith, morality and human connection.
The remarks have generated significant discussion because they combine religious apocalyptic beliefs with concerns about the rapid development of artificial intelligence. They also raise a broader question: as AI becomes increasingly involved in relationships, emotional support and decision-making, where should humans draw the line?
