Robot and human hands about to touch.
Robot and human hands about to touch.
  • Google DeepMind is working on new tools that could function as a personal life coach, per the NYT.
  • An example prompt includes advice on telling a friend you can't attend her wedding.
  • DeepMind's safety experts previously warned executives about the dangers of users getitng emotionally attached.

DeepMind, Google's AI arm, is working on ambitious new tools that could function as a personal life coach, The New York Times reported.

According to internal materials seen by The Times, at least 21 personal and professional tasks are being tested. That includes the ability to give users life advice, ideas, planning instructions, and tutoring tips.