AI Companions and your privacy concerns

(THIS MEETING WILL BE RECORDED)

We are entering an era where Artificial Intelligence isn’t just answering our questions — it’s starting to become our companion. From ChatGPT and Google Gemini to Replika and Character.AI, these systems are no longer just tools; they are becoming part of our daily lives. But with this evolution comes an important question: how safe is your personal information?

In this engaging and practical session, I will help you:

• Understand the difference between AI Assistants, AI Agents, AI Companions, and the emerging AI Life Companions.
• See what large tech companies, retailers, and even governments already know about you — and why AI isn’t necessarily the biggest risk.
• Discover how AI actually handles your data — and the truth about what’s remembered, what’s deleted, and what’s stored.
• Learn safe practices for using AI companions, whether they’re from big tech providers or smaller, niche companies.

I will also share why I created MetisAI Life Companion, a user-centric, local-first AI that stores no personal data at all with its creator — giving you full control over your own information.
You’ll leave this session with:

• A clear, no-nonsense understanding of AI privacy risks and myths.
• Practical tools and habits to stay safe while benefiting from AI.
• A fresh perspective on how AI can be a long-term partner for your wellbeing, goals, and learning — without compromising your privacy.

This is not about fear-mongering. It’s about replacing anxiety with knowledge, and uncertainty with confidence. The future of AI will affect every one of us — the choice is whether we shape it or let it shape us.
Join me for an open, myth-busting conversation that could change the way you see AI forever.