James Foster
James Foster covers the culture around AI companionship for BeCraved — the trends, the honest comparisons, and why more people are turning to AI partners.
AI Girlfriend Statistics 2026: Market Size, Usage, and Trends
45 sourced AI girlfriend statistics for 2026: market size and revenue, downloads, user demographics, teen and adult survey data, search demand, and regulation. Every number links inline to its primary source.
Candy AI vs BeCraved: An Honest Comparison
Both Candy AI and BeCraved offer genuinely capable AI companion experiences, but they serve somewhat different user priorities. If deep character customization and a structured relationship progression system matter most to you, BeCraved has a clearer edge.
Why Gen Z is Turning to AI Companions
The short answer is this: Gen Z AI companions are growing in popularity because this generation entered adulthood in a social environment that was already fractured, and AI offers something many real-world interactions currently do not, which is consistent, low-pressure emotional engagement. This is