"The Afterlife of Data" by Carl Öhman delves into the intriguing topic of our digital identities and their fate after we pass away. As our lives increasingly unfold online, the question arises: what happens to our digital footprints when we're gone? The book examines how AI technology is already allowing interactions with the deceased and highlights the growing number of digital profiles that will outlive their owners. Öhman discusses the implications of who should control these digital legacies and the potential political and societal impacts of such control. With billions of digital citizens leaving behind vast amounts of data, the book urges a reevaluation of how we manage and value these digital remains, emphasizing the need for a collective approach to safeguard our digital heritage.

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