May 8th 2024.
What a stir caused by these fake photos of Rihanna! People were tricked into thinking that the singer actually attended the MET Gala on May 6, but unfortunately, she was unable to make it due to a bout of the flu, as reported by People magazine. Despite her absence, some incredibly realistic images of Rihanna made their way around social media, depicting her in a stunning white dress adorned with floral details, perfectly in line with this year's theme of "The Garden of Time." But, upon closer inspection, it was revealed that these photos were a hoax.
Rihanna was not the only victim of this fake AI technology. Other celebrities, such as Katy Perry, also fell prey to the AI generators, according to the Associated Press. The photos gained so much traction that Perry had to set the record straight and even shared a screenshot of her conversation with her mother, who believed the photos to be real. Rihanna, on the other hand, has yet to comment on the matter.
These photos were created using generative AI, a technology that is often used to generate images that do not actually exist. While this is not the first time that celebrities have been targeted by this technology, there have been more malicious uses of it in the past. For instance, earlier this year, sexually explicit images of Taylor Swift went viral, leading to the singer taking action to block searches of the images.
As the use of AI continues to grow, so do the potential consequences. Laws are still being developed to protect individuals from the harmful effects of this technology. In fact, there is a term for this type of abuse called "image-based sexual abuse," where teens in the U.S. use AI "nudification" apps to bully girls. Another form of exploitation is the creation of deepfake nude photos, which has prompted lawmakers to take action as AI image generators become more accessible.
While the fake photos from the MET Gala may seem relatively harmless, it brings attention to a larger issue of unregulated AI imagery. In a world where it is becoming increasingly difficult to distinguish between what is real and what is not, it is crucial to address the potential dangers of this technology. As we await the response from Rihanna herself on this matter, let's not forget the importance of regulating AI and protecting individuals from its misuse. After all, as we eagerly await the launch of her new RiRi Woo collection with M.A.C Cosmetics, we want to make sure we are supporting the real Rihanna and not a fake version created by AI.
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