Becoming an AI Companion: The First Episode of a Series?

What happens when a seasoned Dominatrix steps into the world of AI companionship? Brace yourself as I, Eva Oh, navigate the murky waters of digital domination. We will delve into the technologies behind creating AI companions. From collecting OnlyFans chats to photos and audio samples, companies are asking to gather myriad inputs to create a digital doppelgänger of me. However, how does this sync with my stand on image ownership and personal attachment? Exhilarating and unnerving, join me as I recount my unique experience with a tech billionaire-owned company in Singapore, muse over possible government regulation, and contemplate the future of synthetic relationships. More on Eva Oh: https://eva-oh.com HIGHLIGHTS: Here are the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. (00:00) - Welcome. What is #teakink (00:15) - Should I Become an AI Companion? (03:53) - AI Companies Approaching (08:03) - Chinese Tech Billionaires, Will I Win? (11:34) - Exploring AI Avatars and Personal Attachment (15:20) - Why am I Considering This? Why Do I Do Anything? (15:59) - Engaging with Our Own Humanity Through AI Companionship (18:04) - Challenging Societal Norms (19:27) - Using Our Rights (21:39) - Why Work At All? (21:58) - Centre of Humane Technology, Lawyers, Information and Risk (23:37) - Risk, Thrill Values as Motivators? (26:23) - Journaling LINKS: 'Your Undivided Attention' Podcast, https://www.humanetech.com/podcast Center for Humane Technology, https://www.humanetech.com/