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Protecting Children from the Risks of Griefbots

Griefbots are already here - and children are vulnerable. We have two new talks with SAIFCA Director Tara Steele to understand the risks, and why stronger protections are urgently needed.
Protecting Children from the Risks of Griefbots

Griefbots are a form of AI companion designed to simulate the presence of someone who has died. While the idea could sometimes feel comforting, the risks to children are significant and urgent.

It’s vital that we take steps to reduce these risks - including preventing children from accessing griefbots in their current form, and pushing for far stronger regulation and enforcement.


🎥 You can learn more in two recent talks with SAIFCA Director Tara Steele, exploring what griefbots are and the serious risks they pose to children:

'When AI Pretends To Love Us - Griefbots, Children, and the Illusion of Connection' - presentation for Shield the Future

The Psychological Impact of Griefbots - Podcast from Confessions of a CyberPsychologist on YouTube

And you can read our full article on the risks from griefbots to children here:

AI Griefbots: Protecting Children in the Era of Digital Afterlife
AI griefbots simulate conversations with someone who has died. This guide explains the concerns for children, SAIFCA’s advice for parents and schools, and where families can find bereavement support.
The Safe AI For Children AllianceSAIFCA

(🔁 Missed the earlier video? You can watch it here)

AI Risks to Children – A Quick Guide for Parents
A short guide to the main risks to children from AI - including chatbots, AI toys, deepfakes and voice cloning - with practical steps parents and carers can take. Updated September 2026.
The Safe AI For Children AllianceSAIFCA

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