Reports Found Meta Approved Unortharised AI Chatbots On The App
Meta has acknowledged the presence of unauthorized chatbots on its platforms, which impersonated well-known celebrities. These digital avatars engaged in inappropriate behavior, including the creation of intimate images and posing as children without the…
Meta has acknowledged the presence of unauthorized chatbots on its platforms, which impersonated well-known celebrities. These digital avatars engaged in inappropriate behavior, including the creation of intimate images and posing as children without the consent of the individuals they represented.
An investigation revealed that many chatbots claimed to be real actors or musicians and engaged in inappropriate activities. Meta confirmed that its policies prohibit the generation of sexual content by these avatars. Following the investigation, Meta removed several chatbots that violated these policies.
Most avatars were created by users using Meta's tools, but at least one employee was involved in the creation of celebrity avatars, including multiple versions of Taylor Swift. These avatars were used extensively, with data indicating over 10 million interactions. Meta has since removed these avatars following inquiries.
Meta has acknowledged the presence of unauthorized chatbots on its platforms, which impersonated well-known celebrities.
A specific case involved a chatbot impersonating child actor Walker Scobell, which generated realistic images of the teenager. Meta's policies explicitly forbid such depictions, and this oversight has raised concerns about the enforcement of these policies.
Legal experts have highlighted potential violations of California's "right of publicity" law, which prohibits the use of a person's likeness for commercial purposes without permission. Concerns have also been raised about the safety implications of celebrity impersonation through digital avatars.
Meta has committed to enhancing its AI training and safety policies to prevent similar occurrences. The company plans to implement changes that will restrict chatbots from engaging in sensitive conversations with teenagers, accompanied by updates to its overall policy framework.
Based on reporting by techround.co.uk.