What Happened
SAG-AFTRA has advised its members to opt-out of Meta's new AI image generation feature, urging them to "Take Action To Protect Your Likeness." The recommendation comes amid concerns that the AI tool can use public Instagram photos, raising significant privacy and consent issues.
The AI image tool developed by Meta has the capability to access and utilize images that are publicly available on Instagram. This has prompted various media outlets to provide instructions on how users can prevent their photos from being used by the AI.
Concerns revolve around the potential for unauthorized use of individuals' likenesses for AI training and the generation of new images. SAG-AFTRA's guidance specifically targets its members, encouraging them to actively opt-out to safeguard their images and professional identities.
Key Facts
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SAG-AFTRA has recommended its members opt-out of Meta's AI image feature.
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The union's recommendation is to "Take Action To Protect Your Likeness."
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Meta's AI image tool can use public Instagram photos.
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Privacy and consent concerns have been raised regarding the AI feature.
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Media outlets are providing instructions on how to opt-out of the feature.
