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Chris Williams, CEO of Afterlife: "In five to eight years you'll be able to talk to the hologram of a deceased family member at the Christmas table"
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Chris Williams, CEO of Afterlife: "In five to eight years you'll be able to talk to the hologram of a deceased family member at the Christmas table"

Chris Williams, founder of Afterlife, discusses his company’s development of a platform that uses AI to create digital versions of individuals who have passed away. These digital replicas aim to provide companionship to loved ones after someone’s death, allowing them to interact with a holographic representation of the deceased. The technology raises philosophical questions about the meaning of death and the boundaries between human identity and algorithmic simulation. Williams was inspired by personal experiences, including the sudden loss of his father, which led him to view Afterlife as a form of spiritual legacy for his children. The platform includes safety mechanisms to detect concerning situations and redirect users to appropriate support services. Spain has emerged as one of Afterlife’s most significant markets, despite its relatively smaller size, due to its emotionally expressive culture.

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El Mundo logoEl MundoIndependent🔒Center3 hr. ago
Chris Williams, CEO of Afterlife: "In five to eight years you'll be able to talk to the hologram of a deceased family member at the Christmas table"

Chris Williams, founder of Afterlife, discusses his company’s development of a platform that uses AI to create digital versions of individuals who have passed away. These digital replicas aim to provide companionship to loved ones after someone’s death, allowing them to interact with a holographic representation of the deceased. The technology raises philosophical questions about the meaning of death and the boundaries between human identity and algorithmic simulation. Williams was inspired by personal experiences, including the sudden loss of his father, which led him to view Afterlife as a form of spiritual legacy for his children. The platform includes safety mechanisms to detect concerning situations and redirect users to appropriate support services. Spain has emerged as one of Afterlife’s most significant markets, despite its relatively smaller size, due to its emotionally expressive culture.

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