Revolutionary technology using AI to reunite families with deceased loved ones | Science & Tech News

Technology entrepreneur Artur Sychov has developed a groundbreaking virtual reality tool called “live forever mode” that allows users to create digital avatars of themselves that can simulate their voice, mannerisms, and movements after just 30 minutes of observation. The goal is for these avatars to live on as a memory of their creators, allowing future generations to interact with them.

Artur was inspired to create this tool after his father was diagnosed with cancer, realizing the importance of preserving memories and conversations with loved ones. The tool has already been downloaded 300,000 times and is being trialed at Somnium Space, a 3D metaverse platform in Prague, Czech Republic.

Users like UltraLord from Budapest, Hungary, see the concept of immortality as exciting, wanting their avatars to outlive them so future relatives can interact with them. However, cyber psychologist Elaine Kasket raises concerns about the ethical implications of such technology, highlighting the potential for misuse and manipulation of personal data after death.

As the “live forever mode” tool prepares for its official launch later this year, questions remain about subscription fees and posthumous data control. While the tool offers a unique way to extend legacies and connect with deceased loved ones, users must also consider the long-term consequences and implications of immortality in the digital realm.