Nudify apps face the wrath of
Google and Apple have removed several apps from their stores that use AI to remove clothing from images, following a report by the Wall Street Journal.
The apps, known as "nudify" or "deep nudes," use AI to remove clothing from images, often in an unintended and disrespectful manner.
Google removed several apps from the Google Play Store, while Apple removed apps from the App Store.
The apps were created using a software development kit (SDK) provided by Google, which was intended for use in legitimate applications such as photo editing.
"We take the abuse of our technology very seriously," a Google spokesperson said in a statement. "We have removed the offending applications from the Google Play Store and are working to prevent this type of abuse in the future."
Apple also took action, removing apps that "improperly use AI to create suggestive content from images."
The development of these apps raises concerns about the misuse of AI and the potential for it to be used for nefarious purposes.
"This is a perfect example of how AI can be used for harm, rather than good," said Dr. Kate Devlin, a lecturer in robotics at the University of Reading.
She added that the development of these apps highlights the need for greater regulation and oversight of AI.
"This is a classic example of how AI can be used to automate and amplify existing problems, rather than solve new ones."
Dr. Devlin's comments echo the concerns of many in the tech industry, who are worried about the potential misuse of AI.
The development of these apps has also raised questions about the responsibility of tech companies to regulate the use of AI.
"Tech companies have a responsibility to ensure that their technology is not being used for harm," said Dr. Devlin.
She added that this requires greater transparency and accountability in the development and deployment of AI.
Author's Summary:
The removal of "nudify" apps by Google and Apple highlights the need for greater regulation and oversight of AI, as well as the responsibility of tech companies to ensure that their technology is not being used for harm.
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