AI Replicas of the Deceased: Comfort or Concern?
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Terminally ill Michael Bommer has created an AI version of himself to help his family cope with his impending death, sparking debate over the ethical implications and emotional impact of using AI to simulate interactions with deceased loved ones. This emerging technology, offered by companies like Eternos and StoryFile, raises questions about the long-term effects on grieving and the commercialization of digital immortality.
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