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As virtual pets become more sophisticated through advances in artificial intelligence and interactive design, questions arise about the nature of the relationships they can realistically offer. For Gen Z consumers, who have grown up navigating both digital and physical social environments, the emotional legitimacy of technology-mediated companionship carries particular weight.
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