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Here's How To Block Meta From Using Your Instagram Pictures For Its AI

Public concern over the use of Instagram photos in Meta's AI models has triggered widespread reports on how users can opt out of the data collection process.

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📍 How it ended

Meta removed the controversial AI feature on Instagram after backlash and criticism from SAG-AFTRA regarding consent. Prior to the removal, coverage focused on how users could opt out to stop the new AI model from using their photos.

The feature was taken down by the company.

Epilogue added 42d ago, after coverage quieted.

The brief

Meta has removed an AI feature on Instagram following significant user backlash and public criticism. The feature's initial implementation regarding the use of personal photos for AI model training drew negative attention from privacy advocates and industry groups.

Coverage from TechCrunch, Variety, and SAG-AFTRA emphasizes issues of consent and the protection of personal likeness. Outlets including USA Today, Engadget, and NBC Bay Area have published instructional guides for users seeking to opt out of the data usage program.

Reports indicate that the primary focus remains on user control and data privacy. Coverage does not yet specify the long-term status of the underlying AI model or whether additional changes to Meta's data policies will follow the removal of this feature.

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Quick answers

Why is the AI feature being removed?

Coverage attributes the removal to user backlash and criticism regarding privacy and consent.

What is the position of SAG-AFTRA?

The organization has recommended that its members opt out of the feature to protect their likeness.

Is it still possible to opt out?

Numerous outlets continue to provide instructions for users to block their Instagram photos from being utilized by the AI model.

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Topics

Meta Instagram SAG-AFTRA Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy

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