From 'BuddhaBot' to $1.99 chats with AI Jesus, the faith-based tech boom is here
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A faith-based tech boom is emerging, with companies like Just Like Me offering AI-generated avatars of religious figures, including Jesus, for video calls and spiritual guidance. The development of these tools raises questions about the role of AI in religion and the potential impact on users' relationships with faith and authority.
In the US, a company called Just Like Me is offering video calls with an AI-generated Jesus avatar for $1.99 per minute. The platform uses artificial intelligence to provide words of prayer and encouragement in various languages. Other companies are also developing faith-based AI tools, including chatbots and apps for Christians, Hindus, and Buddhists. These tools are raising questions about the role of AI in religion and the potential impact on users' relationships with faith and authority. Some experts are warning about the potential risks of these tools, including the spread of misinformation and the exploitation of users' personal data. The development of faith-based AI tools is a growing trend, with many companies seeking to capitalize on the market. As the use of these tools becomes more widespread, there are concerns about the need for regulation and guardrails to protect users.
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