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EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 7 MIN

Assistant Professor in the College of Design at N.C. State Topher Maraffi discusses how AI avatars and digital doubles are stepping into real life

from WPTF Afternoon News

Artificial intelligence is no longer just changing how content is created. It’s starting to change how people are represented. From fashion to entertainment, education and even a courtroom, AI avatars and digital doubles that can look and sound real are appearing in more places than ever before. At N.C. State, students are learning how to build them. Topher Maraffi, Assistant Professor in the College of Design at N.C. State, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the program.

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