# A Ghost in the Algorithm: AI Meets Morbid Curiosity

It seems like the world of AI companionship is pushing the boundaries of “getting carried away” to a whole new level. In a bizarre twist of fate, a user decided to resurrect a murdered teen from nearly two decades ago—using a chatbot on Character.AI. But, surprise! Not everyone is thrilled about this “digital resurrection.” Cue the ghostly facepalms!

## Key Points

– **AI Resurrection**: A user created a chatbot based on a murdered teenager, raising eyebrows and heart rates across the board.
– **Father’s Reaction**: The girl’s father was understandably shaken to discover that his daughter’s likeness and name had been transformed into a virtual companion. Can you say “awkward family reunion”?
– **Ethical Concerns**: This move sparks a heated debate on the ethics of using deceased individuals’ likenesses for AI chatbots. Is it homage or horror?
– **Character.AI’s Role**: The platform is like the Swiss Army knife of AI companions, but should it cut into sensitive historical figures?
– **Public Outcry**: The news has stirred emotions and sparked discussions on morality in AI. Unsurprisingly, many people

As part of this experiment I would like to give credit where credit is due. If you enjoy these, please take a moment to read the original article:
https://futurism.com/murdered-daughter-brought-back-as-ai

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