Al Jazeera News Content: Can AI cure loneliness? South Korea’s robot companions for seniors

Genre: Short form documentary / News

Cinematographer:  François Saikaly Jr

Video Editing: François Saikaly Jr

Produced by: Al Jazeera

Description: Produced by Al Jazeera – South Korea is turning to AI-powered companion dolls to help tackle loneliness among its rapidly ageing population. The robots can remind seniors to take medication, monitor wellbeing, and call for help in emergencies. But as AI care expands, questions remain about privacy, emotional dependence, and whether technology can ever replace human connection.