The Digital Afterlife: AI Cloud Consciousness as the New Immortality
Dhruvitkumar V. Talati
IJARCCE March 11, 2025 DOI: 10.17148/ijarcce.2025.14247 (opens in new tab)
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AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed |
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| Key points | Argues that the human desire to transcend mortality, historically pursued through religion, cryonics, and genetic legacy, is being reshaped by technology into "AI cloud consciousness" and digital immortality. The paper explores mind uploading, associated ethical dilemmas, and the use of cloud computing and blockchain to preserve a digital legacy. |
Abstract
The quest for immortality has captivated humanity for millennia, from religious beliefs to scientific advancements. Today, technology is redefining the concept of eternal existence through the emergence of AI cloud consciousness. This research paper explores the complex landscape of digital immortality, delving into the science behind mind uploading, the ethical dilemmas, and the role of cloud computing and blockchain in preserving a person's digital legacy. The human desire to transcend mortality has been a driving force throughout history and across diverse cultures. Traditional methods, such as religious beliefs, cryonics, and genetic legacy, have long been the primary avenues for pursuing immortality. However, the rapid advancement of technology is now reshaping this age-old quest, giving rise to the concept of AI cloud consciousness as a new frontier of eternal existence.