Alarming surge: 24M users visit AI-driven undressing websites, says study
The rise in AI-driven non-consensual pornography emphasises the urgency for legal frameworks to address the misuse of technology.
Highlights
- A recent study reveals that 24 million users have visited AI undressing platforms in the month of September
- . These so-called "nudify" services have seen a staggering 2,400 percent increase in advertising links on platforms like X and Reddit since the beginning of the year
In a shocking revelation, Graphika, a social network analysis company, reports that over 24 million people visited websites employing artificial intelligence (AI) to undress women in photos in the month of September alone. This disturbing surge in non-consensual pornography, largely driven by AI advancements, is ringing alarm bells among privacy advocates and researchers.
Proliferation of "nudify" services & legal challenges
Graphika's study exposes a concerning rise in the popularity of AI-driven apps and websites focused on undressing women in photos. These so-called "nudify" services have seen a staggering 2,400 percent increase in advertising links on platforms like X and Reddit since the beginning of the year. The utilisation of AI technology to digitally undress individuals, mainly women, poses serious legal and ethical challenges, often involving images taken without consent from social media platforms.
Potential harassment & tech companies' response
The worrisome trend extends to potential harassment, with some ads suggesting the creation of nude images and sending them to the digitally undressed person. Google has responded by actively removing violative material, but platforms like X and Reddit have yet to comment on the issue. Privacy experts emphasise the urgent need for comprehensive regulations.
Tech giants take measures against "undressing" apps
TikTok and Meta Platforms Inc. have taken steps to block keywords related to undressing apps. TikTok warns users about associated content violating guidelines, while Meta Platforms Inc. remains silent on specific actions. As technology evolves, the ethical and legal challenges underscore the pressing need for regulations to safeguard individuals from the harmful use of AI-generated content.
The rise in AI-driven non-consensual pornography emphasises the urgency for legal frameworks to address the misuse of technology. Privacy advocates, tech companies, and lawmakers are now faced with the critical task of establishing comprehensive regulations to protect individuals from the invasive consequences of AI advancements.
