Death Tech Market Surpasses $30 Billion with AI Griefbots
The Death or Grief Tech industry has evolved into a market valued at over $30 billion, focusing on technological innovations to transform how humans cope with grief. Central to this field are 'thanabots' or 'griefbots'—artificial reproductions of the deceased created using artificial intelligence. These AI systems process an individual's online data, including texts, photos, and videos, to generate avatars or holograms that can interact with the bereaved after death. The technology aims to provide lasting digital presences for the dead, offering new ways for the living to maintain connections. The article, published on doppiozero, discusses the ethical and emotional implications of these developments, highlighting the growing international debate around digital mourning and the commodification of grief.
Key facts
- Death or Grief Tech market exceeds $30 billion.
- Thanabots or griefbots are AI recreations of deceased individuals.
- AI processes online data (texts, photos, videos) to create avatars or holograms.
- The technology aims to change how humans deal with grief.
- International debate surrounds the use of griefbots.
- The article is published on doppiozero.
- Authors: Davide Sisto and Anita Romanello.
- Publication date: July 3, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Davide Sisto
- Anita Romanello
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- doppiozero