This episode looks at an article exploring the potential future of artificial intelligence, specifically focusing on the development of AI systems capable of experiencing and expressing emotions. It discusses how current AI can already detect human emotions and that future AI might develop basic emotions initially, progressing to more complex feelings like empathy. Examples are given of how empathetic AI could improve various sectors like medicine and customer service. The article also notes existing technologies, like digital humans, that are laying the groundwork for emotional AI. Finally, the piece considers the ethical and societal implications of such advancements. Read the full article here