Ethical Reflection on Identity of AI Digital Avatars

This article explores the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on human identity and raises ethical concerns regarding using biometric data for identification. As AI advances, digital avatars become more authentic and intelligent, leading to questions about human identity and its societal effects. The integration of 5G technology and the Internet of Things accelerates data transmission and storage, resulting in the convergence of the natural and virtual realms. The article proposes an interactive art installation called Human′ to address these issues. It employs AI to create digital avatars based on facial, social media, and personal data, enabling interaction with the audience through mobile devices. Human′ prompts reflections on ethical dilemmas arising from the fusion of human and digital identities. The installation involves design, prototyping, and development phases, including motion capture, interface design, front-end and back-end development, and integration with a WeChat applet. Exhibited in May 2021, the installation received positive feedback from the audience, who expressed curiosity about the future possibilities of AI while raising concerns about the societal impact of digital avatars.