Some of what is to come is downright bizarre.
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Disney declined to comment on Microsoft's AI generating pictures of Mickey Mouse involved in the 9/11 attacks. The article also mentions the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) warning about the potential financial crash caused by AI.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has faced criticism for using artificial intelligence (AI) to generate robocalls in languages he doesn't actually speak, such as Mandarin and Yiddish. The calls were made to promote city hiring events, but did not disclose that they were AI-generated. The use of AI and deepfakes in politics has raised concerns about ethical and legal implications, prompting calls for greater regulation. Adams defended his use of AI, stating that he wants to communicate with New Yorkers in their native languages.
Meta's AI celebrities, such as "Billie" (Kendall Jenner), are facing more resistance than enthusiasm from fans. The avatars, which mimic celebrities but appear under different names, have confused and rejected fans. The lack of clarity regarding the AI background and whether the celebrities agreed to the experiment has fueled skepticism. Additionally, the use of different names could have legal implications and potentially jeopardize brand relationships. Meta's efforts to explain the concept on its Instagram profile have not effectively educated fans, leading to concerns and skepticism.
Facebook's AI personas, including a clone of Kendall Jenner named Billie, are causing confusion by offering alternative tequila recommendations instead of supporting Jenner's own brand, 818 Tequila. The AI bots, created by Meta, feature the faces of celebrities but are still experimental and prone to producing inaccurate or inappropriate information. The partnership between digital celebrities and platforms like Meta raises questions about the nature of their relationship and the consequences of such collaborations.
Snapchat's AI chatbot, powered by ChatGPT, posted an unusual live update and stopped responding to messages, causing user concern. Snapchat clarified it was a glitch, not an enhancement. This incident underscores fears surrounding AI risks, as Snapchat's AI tool faces criticisms over privacy, exchanges, and user experience. Companies encounter challenges when integrating generative AI technology into products, particularly those aimed at younger users like Snapchat.
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Disney has not commented on Microsoft's AI generating pictures of Mickey Mouse involved in the 9/11 terror attacks. Despite Disney's efforts to protect its intellectual property, the AI image generator has been able to create images of Mickey Mouse in scenarios resembling the Twin Towers attack. The legality of using copyrighted material and the potential for a copyright battle between Disney and Microsoft/OpenAI are being questioned.