Digital Ghosts Protecting Children in the Age of AI Griefbots

The Ethics and Risks of AI Griefbots: Implications for Children

In this session, Tara Steele, Director of the Safe AI for Children Alliance, discusses the emerging technology of AI-powered griefbots, tools designed to simulate conversations with deceased loved ones. She explores the psychological and ethical risks that these griefbots pose, particularly for children, emphasizing the need for regulations and thorough research before their widespread use. Tara shares various real-world and hypothetical scenarios to highlight the potential emotional fallout and ethical dilemmas of using these technologies. Listen for a deep dive into the implications of digital afterlife technologies and why it's crucial to protect developing minds from potentially harmful AI solutions to grief.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:48 What Are Griefbots?
04:47 Psychological and Ethical Risks
07:40 Real-World Scenarios and Concerns
15:57 Need for Research and Regulation
21:28 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions
23:43 Q&A and Final Remarks

More on the speaker (LinkedIn):
Tara Steele: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-steele/

More from featured organizations:
The Safe AI for Children Alliance: https://www.safeaiforchildren.org/

Music for videos:
"Town Market" from the album "Onesuch Village" published by Blue Dot Sessions (ISRC USHM81825751)

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