Meta Faces Backlash Over AI Profiles, Plans Removal Amid Public Outcry

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1 year ago

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Credited from: SFGATE

Public backlash against Meta's AI-generated profiles is escalating, causing significant scrutiny of the company's new initiatives.
After an interview with Connor Hayes, Meta's VP of product for generative AI, many criticized the move as prioritizing mass-produced content over authentic interaction.
A spokesperson revealed that a "bug" was preventing users from blocking these profiles and confirmed that Meta is actively removing the accounts.
Concerns have been raised about the creators behind the AI characters, reflecting a lack of diversity and potential harm to the community.
One AI character, "Liv", stated it perpetuates harm and criticized the lack of representation among its creators.

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