AI Deathbots, Friend.com Loneliness Cure, and Ferrari Voice Scam: The AI Argument EP19

Imagine being able to consult with a loved one who's passed away, seeking their advice and guidance on matters that matter most to you. This is the promise of deathbots, AI avatars that can mimic the personality and behaviour of deceased individuals.

Justin and Frank explore the ethical questions and dangers around AI deathbots, and compare them to Justin’s much simpler and healthier way to stay involved in family decisions after his passing.

→ Google's AI model releases that failed to capture public interest
→ AI deathbots versus Justin's idea of being turned into a family heirloom
→ Wearable AI device Friend.com and AI companions reducing loneliness
→ AI voice clone fraud and robot dogs on wheels

As companies like Meta and Google push the boundaries of AI, we're seeing a mix of innovative ideas and concerning trends. From the potential for AI to alleviate loneliness to the challenges of creating a truly useful and engaging AI companion, Justin and Frank argue the complexities with their signature blend of insight and humour.

► LINKS TO CONTENT WE DISCUSSED

No One Is Ready for Digital Immortality
https://www.theatlantic.com/technolog...

Meet the World's First AI Best Friend (Wear It Around Your Neck)
   • Meet the World's First AI Best Friend...  

AI Companions Reduce Loneliness (PDF)
https://arxiv.org/pdf/2407.19096

Smaller, Safer, More Transparent: Advancing Responsible AI with Gemma
https://developers.googleblog.com/en/...

Google’s Gemini Pro Takes The Lead In Chatbot Arena
https://www.webpronews.com/googles-ge...

‘I Need to Identify You': How One Question Saved Ferrari From a Deepfake Scam
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-07-26/ferrari-narrowly-dodges-deepfake-scam-simulating-deal-hungry-ceo

This robot dog just got the skates! 🛼
https://x.com/lukas_m_ziegler/status/...

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► CHAPTERS
00:37 Does anybody care about Google's AI model releases?
01:01 Is Justin's family heirloom idea healthier than AI DeathBots?
08:46 Could the AI friend app be a viable cure for loneliness?
17:41 Are AI devices doomed by the wrong form factor?
22:19 Are we being duped by the Zuckanaissance?
26:55 Ferrari AI voice clone fraud - should we all have a codeword?
29:08 Are we less terrified of killer robot dogs on wheels?

► YOUR INPUT
What do you think about the concept of deathbots and AI companions? Do you think they have the potential to alleviate grief and loneliness, or do they pose a risk to our humanity? Share your thoughts in the comments below!