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AI “grief videos” turn mourning into a $390 service in South Korea
South Koreans are using AI to create video messages from deceased loved ones, with companies like Vaice offering services for 600,000 won ($390) per video. These videos, often featuring heartfelt messages and apologies, are used in family rituals and holidays, but raise ethical and psychological concerns.
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