The Download: AI doppelgängers in the workplace, and using lidar to measure climate disasters

AI doppelgängers are being explored to help with work tasks, using hyperrealistic video models and lifelike voices. Lidar technology is now being used to measure the impact of climate disasters like wildfires, aiding in understanding the changes in landscapes. Additionally, MIT Technology Review is gearing up to release its list of Innovators Under 35, showcasing individuals making strides in emerging technologies. The article also highlights various tech news stories, including Meta's creation of unauthorized celebrity chatbots and Ukraine's use of drones for supply drops.