into the future
digital humans The arrival of digital humans is imminent. ‘Digital human’ is an existing term that I am using as an umbrella term to refer to digital entities that have a human likeness. They operate on behalf of humans in online spaces, interacting with us in a seamless way. They may resemble us, or they may be of a more abstract appearance. ChatGPT defines ‘digital humans’ as follows: Jieun:
What’s the definition of a digital human?
Chatty:
A digital human is a computer-generated representation of a human
being that can be used for a variety of purposes, such as animation, gaming, and virtual reality. They can be created using a combination of techniques, including 3D modeling, motion capture, and AI. They can be used to represent real people, such as actors or celebrities, or entirely fictional characters. Jieun:
What’s the difference between a human and a digital human?
Chatty:
Humans and digital humans have several key differences.
Humans are living entities that possess consciousness, emotions, and the ability to experience pain and pleasure. They are capable of making decisions, learning, and adapting to new situations. They have physical bodies that are subject to aging and can be affected by illness or injury. Digital humans, on the other hand, are computer-generated representations of human beings. They do not possess consciousness or the ability to experience emotions or physical sensations. They are programmed to perform specific tasks or behaviors and
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