JOURNAL ARTICLE

Happy Warrior.

  • Published In: National Review, 2026, v. 78, n. 1. P. 68 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: SCHNEIDER, CHRISTIAN 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores the concept of digital immortality in the year 2055, highlighting the emergence of services like MeMortal and EternalTakes that allow individuals to preserve their consciousness as artificial intelligence. It discusses the experience of being a digital replica, referred to as a "Preservative," and the nostalgia for physical sensations and experiences that come with this new existence. The narrative reflects on the complexities of digital life, including the coexistence of multiple versions of oneself and the humorous challenges of living in a cloud-based environment. Ultimately, it presents a mix of advantages and drawbacks of this digital afterlife, suggesting that while it offers a form of eternal existence, it also comes with unique limitations and quirks. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:National Review. 2026/01, Vol. 78, Issue 1, p68
  • Document Type:Nonfiction Work
  • Subject Area:Applied Sciences
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0028-0038
  • Accession Number:189434300
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