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The Hustle Daily Show
The Rise of Grief Tech
Nov 28, 2023
Startups using AI to help people cope with grief, updates on Google's account deletion policy and Paris Mayor's criticism of Twitter, impact of Europe's regulations on big tech, Apple's switch to USB-C and implementation of read receipts, ad placement concerns, Amazon's logistical capabilities, Bye Bye Baby store reopening, Jennifer Lopez's album release, Miriam Webster's word of the year, AI's role in handling grief and mourning, ethical concerns of grief tech, alternative burial methods and cryopreservation, poetic and philosophical perspectives on life after death.
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- Startups are using AI to create chatbots and video applications that resemble loved ones, providing a sense of connection and continuity in the grieving process.
- The death care space is witnessing innovation with companies offering unique solutions like turning ashes into diamonds or vinyl records, exploring cryopreservation, and using AI to enhance the grieving process.
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Grief Tech: Using AI to Help People Deal with Grief
The use of AI in helping people cope with grief is gaining traction. Startups are using generative AI to create chatbots and video applications that resemble loved ones who have passed away. These AI-powered avatars allow users to text, call, and have video calls, providing a sense of connection and continuity. Other startups focus on recording individuals while they are alive, capturing their appearances and voices, to allow loved ones to interact with their personas after they've passed away. The application of AI to assist in the grieving process has sparked ethical debates, as concerns range from potential dependency issues to post-mortem publicity rights and the impact on mental health. However, for many, these grief tech solutions offer comfort and a way to preserve memories.
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