Death Clock is an AI-powered longevity app launching in July 2024. Downloaded more than 125,000 times, it quickly created a buzz.
The objective of this application? Raise awareness among users about their lifestyle and encourage them to take steps to improve their longevity.
According to American media Bloomberg, the application is powered by an AI model trained from a database including more than 1,200 studies on life expectancy, with nearly 53 million participants. . It analyzes several factors such as diet, exercise, stress and sleep quality to estimate a probable date of death.
According to Brent Franson, the application’s developer, this method offers much more accurate forecasts than traditional mortality tables. Although its concept may seem macabre, Death Clock appeals to users. The application displays a countdown which announces the estimated day of your death, accompanied by a “final goodbye” message illustrated by the silhouette of the reaper. However, it ranks among the most popular apps in the Health and Fitness category.
The limits of forecasting
However, it is important to remember that although AI can provide more accurate estimates, there are always unpredictable variables, such as accidents or pandemics. In addition, intangible factors, such as stress or loneliness, can also influence life expectancy. In Belgium, the gap in life expectancy between the richest and the poorest at the age of 40 is estimated at around 10 to 15 years.
This gap varies depending on the different studies and methodologies used, but it reflects the socio-economic inequalities that directly influence the lifespan of individuals. People from more advantaged socio-economic backgrounds generally have a higher life expectancy, due to better access to healthcare, a balanced diet and healthier living conditions. Conversely, people living in poverty are more exposed to risk factors such as difficult working conditions, untreated illnesses and a less healthy lifestyle.
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