Mourners in China can purchase AI replicas of deceased loved ones for as low as $140, down from $1,000 just a few years ago, bringing comfort despite imperfections in the avatars.
The adoption of AI clones for mourning purposes has increased as technology improves, with some companies already serving over 2,000 clients, while ethical concerns persist.
Chinese companies offering AI avatars of deceased individuals insist on explicit consent from immediate family members before creating the replicas, but the industry continues to raise ethical dilemmas.
The AI cloning industry in China reflects a blend of technology, grief, and tradition, with the practice appealing to a small but growing number of individuals as a modern form of ancestor worship.
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