Michael Bommer's AI Legacy Project

SOURCE www.npr.org
Michael Bommer, diagnosed with terminal colon cancer, has only a few weeks left to live. He and his wife, Anett, embarked on a project to create an interactive AI version of himself to preserve his knowledge and experiences for future generations.

Key Points

  • Michael Bommer diagnosed with terminal colon cancer
  • Creates interactive AI version of himself to leave a digital memoir
  • Anett supportive of the project and sees it as a tool to remember their life together

Pros

  • Preserves Michael Bommer's knowledge and experiences for future generations
  • Allows Anett to interact with a digital version of her husband after his passing

Cons

  • Raises ethical and emotional questions about the use of AI in preserving memories and interactions