Taylor Swift fans call to ‘protect’ singer from viral AI deepfakes
Wikimedia Commons, Paolo VTaylor Swift became the target of AI when a slew of deepfakes popped up on Twitter/X, and fans called to “protect” their favorite singer from the misuse of technology.
If you ask some corners of the internet, AI is the wave of the future. From its use to make unique artwork to forging portrait recreations based on social media profile pics, the relatively new technology has taken the internet by storm.
But there’s a clear downside to such cutting-edge tech. AI can be used to reapply one’s likeness to various situations and environments without the person’s consent.
Pop star Taylor Swift recently came under a grave misuse of AI when deepfakes appeared online, causing many fans to grow increasingly concerned.
Wikimedia Commons, Paolo VTaylor Swift fans rallied behind the singer against AI pictures
When deepfakes popped up on Twitter/X, Swifties were quick to defend the singer and call for her protection against such harrowing misuses of AI technology.
“The Taylor Swift AI images are insane. Actually terrifying that they exist,” expressed one fan. “Some of these men really need to be locked in a cage and shipped off to Mars or smth.”
“This angel deserves to be protected. It doesn’t matter how famous someone is, how much you may dislike her – whatever. She is a human being & deserves respect,” said a Swiftie.
Another user echoed the sentiment, writing, “I’m not a Swifty, but the spread of Taylor Swift AI pictures should be stopped. She is a Human being with feelings no matter how rich she is it still hurts.”
“These Taylor Swift AI pictures is proof that all men should start their lives in jail and have to prove they’re a good person to get out,” added another Swiftie.
The implications here are staggering and dangerous. Not only can photos be manipulated, but many AI experts warn against misinformation and cyberattacks. The latest case involving Taylor Swift is just scraping the surface of what the future could hold.
Source close to Taylor Swift responds to AI photos
According to Daily Mail, the pop singer and her family are “furious” over the photos. A source told the publication that “whether or not legal action will be taken is being decided.”
“These fake AI-generated images are abusive, offensive, exploitative, and done without Taylor’s consent and/or knowledge,” they continued. While the Twitter account that originally released the photos “does not exist anymore,” the photos were then shared on Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit.
“It is shocking that the social media platform even let them be up to begin with,” the source added. “The door needs to be shut on this. Legislation needs to be passed to prevent this and laws must be enacted.”