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Meet ‘Tong Tong’: The World’s First ‘Virtual’ AI Child Unveiled By China

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In a groundbreaking achievement, Chinese scientists have introduced Tong Tong, the world’s first virtual AI kid. This virtual child possesses the behavior and capabilities of a 3 to a 4-year-old child and can autonomously perform tasks like exploring her surroundings, organizing rooms, and removing stains.

Virtual AI child wows the world

As per details, Tong Tong has a vocabulary of over 600 words and is capable of learning like a child. The AI kid possesses an active mind and strives to understand the common sense taught by humans. It can discern right from wrong, express its attitudes in various situations, and has the power to shape the future.

Source: Analytics India Magazine
Source: Analytics India Magazine

This remarkable achievement was introduced at the Frontier of General Artificial Intelligence Technology Exhibition, held recently in Beijing and supported by the Beijing Institute for General Artificial Intelligence (BIGAI). At the event, Tong Tong interacted with visitors while displaying its human-like qualities, leaving everyone amazed.

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The introduction of Tong Tong is a significant milestone in the future of technology. It’s a critical step towards achieving general artificial intelligence, creating entities that can comprehend the real world and possess various skills. Unlike the AI-powered robots one might have seen in films like Terminator, Tong Tong does not have a physical form.

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