State of the World from NPR Bringing Dead Loved Ones Back to Life in China Using AI
Jul 18, 2024
Companies in China are using AI to bring back dead loved ones in video and audio form, sparking ethical debates on authenticity and emotional impact.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
AI Mother
- Sun Kai, a tech executive, cloned his deceased mother's voice and likeness using AI.
- He now talks to her avatar daily, finding comfort and solace in their conversations.
Affordable Cloning
- Recreating lost loved ones with technology is becoming more common and affordable due to AI.
- Basic avatars can be created for as little as $30 with just a few seconds of video footage.
Personality Cloning Challenge
- Cloning someone's personality and experiences accurately is still difficult.
- It requires extensive data collection and documentation of their thoughts and daily life.