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Meta has patented an AI system that could keep a person\u2019s social media account active even after they die, according to a report by Business Insider<\/em>.<\/p>\n

The patent, granted in late December and first filed in 2023, describes how a large language model could simulate a user\u2019s online activity, including liking posts, commenting, and replying to messages.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe language model may be used for simulating the user when the user is absent from the social networking system, for example, when the user takes a long break or if the user is deceased,” the patent states.<\/p>\n

Andrew Bosworth, Meta\u2019s Chief Technology Officer, is listed as the primary author of the patent. However, a company spokesperson told Business Insider<\/em> that Meta \u201chas no plans to move forward with this example” and that a granted patent does not necessarily mean the technology will be developed or implemented.<\/p>\n

ALSO READ: AI Cloning Threat: Google Says Hackers Are Trying To Make A Rogue Gemini AI Chatbot<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

The document explains that the absence of a user \u2014 whether from a break or death \u2014 can affect the experience of their followers. To fill that gap, the AI would be trained on user-specific data such as past posts, likes, comments and other interactions, creating a digital clone capable of interacting on behalf of the user.<\/p>\n

The patent also references technology that could simulate video or audio calls.<\/p>\n

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