Resurrecting the Dead With AI Creates a Burden for the Living (1)
Scientists have developed tech, like ChatGPT, that can craft eerily convincing chatbots of deceased individuals. But, as cool as it sounds, there's a catch: maintaining these digital ghosts isn't easy or cheap.
AI replicas gain traction, we're left wondering: is digital immortality really worth the cost, both financially and emotionally?
Behind the scenes, there's a ton of work, from managing digital estates to updating file formats. And let's not forget the whopping $700,000 daily bill to keep ChatGPT running. But who gets to decide if someone should be digitally resurrected? While some see it as a coping mechanism, others find it unsettling.
Original Article: Wired
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