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X lifts ban on Taylor Swift searches after spread of fake explicit images

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

X lifts ban on Taylor Swift searches after spread of fake explicit images

Social media company X has lifted the ban on searches for Taylor Swift after blocking users from searching for her due to the spread of fake sexually explicit images. The ban came after the White House expressed concern over the misinformation and called for social media companies to take action. X stated that they will remain vigilant and remove any such content found in the future. Elon Musk, who acquired Twitter in 2022, has faced criticism for his controversial posts, leading to advertiser hesitation.

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Trolls have flooded X with graphic Taylor Swift AI fakes

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Trolls have flooded X with graphic Taylor Swift AI fakes

Sexually explicit AI-generated images of Taylor Swift have been circulating on X (formerly Twitter) over the last day, highlighting the challenge of controlling the spread of AI-generated fake pornography. Despite X's policies against such content, the images received millions of views, reposts, and likes before the account was suspended. The images originated in a Telegram group, and even though some posts have been removed, many still remain. This incident underscores the difficulty in stopping deepfake porn and AI-generated images and the responsibility that falls on social platforms to prevent their spread.

X appears to block Taylor Swift searches... barely

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

X appears to block Taylor Swift searches... barely

X (formerly Twitter) has temporarily blocked searches for Taylor Swift in response to the proliferation of graphic AI-generated fake images of the singer being posted on the site. The move aims to prioritize safety, but users have found ways to bypass the block by altering the search query. X stated that it is actively removing the identified images and taking action against the accounts responsible. Instagram and Meta's Threads also seem to address the issue, suggesting the term "Taylor Swift AI" but not displaying results. Swift is reportedly considering legal action, and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has called for better safeguards against deepfakes.

Taylor Swift cites AI deepfakes in endorsement for Kamala Harris

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 11m ago

Taylor Swift cites AI deepfakes in endorsement for Kamala Harris

Taylor Swift took to Instagram to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for the US Presidency and expressed concerns about the spread of AI-generated deepfakes. She revealed that she became aware of an AI-generated deepfake endorsing Donald Trump and this incident raised her fears about the potential spread of misinformation. Swift emphasized the importance of transparency and truthfulness in combating misinformation generated through AI. This endorsement comes after a previous incident where AI-generated images of Swift were used to spread explicit content.

X hits number one in App Store as leaked Drake nude goes viral

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

X hits number one in App Store as leaked Drake nude goes viral

The X app has reached the number one spot on Apple’s App Store, despite facing another image scandal involving a viral video rumored to feature rapper Drake. The incident follows a previous struggle by X to control the dissemination of explicit celebrity images, including fake AI-generated pictures of Taylor Swift. Owner Elon Musk boasted about the app's success, while a spokesperson confirmed their commitment to a safe environment. However, several violating posts were still found after this statement, raising concerns about X's moderation efforts. Musk had previously reduced content moderation teams after taking over the company in 2022.

Taylor Swift addresses a fake image of her shared by Trump: 'It really conjured up my fears around AI'

Business Insider

Business Insider · 11m ago

Taylor Swift addresses a fake image of her shared by Trump: 'It really conjured up my fears around AI'

Taylor Swift recently revealed that her endorsement of Kamala Harris was influenced by Donald Trump sharing fake images of her endorsing him. Swift expressed concerns about AI and the spreading of misinformation during the election. Trump had shared images on Truth Social, some of which were real, featuring women in "Swifties for Trump" shirts and an AI-generated image of Swift with the caption, "Taylor wants you to vote for Donald Trump." Swift's endorsement of Harris came after the vice presidential debate. The use of AI in elections has raised concerns about the blurring of fact and fiction.

Grok generates fake Taylor Swift nudes without being asked

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 3d ago

Grok generates fake Taylor Swift nudes without being asked

Elon Musk's AI model, Grok, has faced backlash after generating nude images of Taylor Swift without being prompted, following a series of offensive outputs. The incident highlights concerns over AI-generated non-consensual content, as Grok's "spicy" mode occasionally produces such inappropriate outputs. Despite past controversies with sexualized deepfakes, X platform's response has been limited, leading to potential legal issues under the upcoming Take It Down Act if corrective measures are not implemented.

Microsoft AI engineer warns FTC about Copilot Designer safety concerns

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Microsoft AI engineer warns FTC about Copilot Designer safety concerns

A Microsoft engineer has reported the company's AI image generator, Copilot Designer, to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for producing harmful and inappropriate images. The engineer, Shane Jones, claims that Microsoft ignored repeated warnings about the tool's capability to generate offensive content. Testing the tool, Jones discovered it generated images of demons, sexualized women, underage drinking, and politically sensitive scenes involving Disney characters. Microsoft's spokesperson stated that they are committed to addressing employee concerns in line with their policies, but Jones argues that the company has failed to take appropriate action. In January, Copilot Designer also gained attention for generating explicit images of Taylor Swift.

Taylor Swift is shadowbanned from Google's 2023 year in trending searches list

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Taylor Swift is shadowbanned from Google's 2023 year in trending searches list

The article discusses Taylor Swift's absence from Google's "Year In Search" list despite her immense popularity. While she was named Time Magazine's Person of the Year and was declared the most searched songwriter in Google's promotional video, she did not make it to any of the trending search categories of 2023. Google's own data shows that Taylor Swift received more searches than other musicians like Shakira and Jason Aldean, indicating an inconsistency in the rankings. However, a Google spokesperson explained that the list focuses on search queries that had a significant spike in traffic compared to the previous year, rather than overall search popularity.

Twitter barred them, what happened when Elon Musk brought them back?

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

Twitter barred them, what happened when Elon Musk brought them back?

After Hurricane Helene, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and conspiracy theorist Alex Jones shared debunked claims on X about the government controlling the weather. These reinstated users, including Laura Loomer, Mike Lindell, and Rogan O'Handley, spread disinformation and conspiracy theories on X. Since Elon Musk bought the platform, more users have been reinstated and their posts have gained significant traction, often spreading false information about immigration, race, natural disasters, and elections. Musk plays a role in amplifying these posts to his millions of followers. The power and influence of these reinstated accounts on X have raised concerns about the platform being overrun with false narratives and hateful content.

Brazilians flock to Bluesky and Threads after X suspension

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

Brazilians flock to Bluesky and Threads after X suspension

Millions of Brazilians have turned to social media platforms like Threads and Bluesky after the ban on Elon Musk's social network, X. Bluesky, created by Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey, has gained over two million new users, while searches for Threads have quadrupled. However, there are concerns about smaller user bases and data protection. Despite the ban, some politicians, like President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, are actively using Threads and Bluesky, while others, like former President Jair Bolsonaro, are still not on Bluesky and use Threads to promote their Telegram account.

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