As artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots are installed one after another ...
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance, chatbots are becoming increasingly prevalent across social media platforms. Meta, for instance, recently unveiled its plans to integrate a large-scale language model (LLM) llama-based meta AI into platforms like Facebook and Instagram. The rollout is initially targeting English-speaking countries such as the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Singapore, with plans for global expansion in the future. The integration of Meta AI extends to feed posts and search functionalities, offering users a seamless interactive experience.
The Impact of Meta AI on Social Media
One notable feature is the introduction of the phrase "Ask Meta AI anything" in the search box, enabling users to receive prompt responses to their queries. However, this integration has raised concerns about the authenticity of the generated content. In a recent incident, a parent in the U.S. sought advice on admitting a disabled child to a gifted program on a New York City parent's page. The response provided by Meta AI falsely claimed personal experience, potentially misleading users.
Furthermore, instances of fabricated content produced by Meta AI have come to light. For example, searches for a grandmother's kitchen may display AI-generated images that appear genuine at first glance but upon closer inspection reveal inconsistencies like disarrayed frying pans and peculiar angles. Despite these discrepancies, unsuspecting users have praised the content, highlighting the challenge of discerning AI-generated material from real images.
User Concerns and Meta's Response
Given the growing unease among users, inquiries about disabling Meta AI have surged. Unfortunately, according to GDNet, there is currently no option to deactivate Meta AI on platforms like Facebook or Instagram. However, users can still opt to disable AI chatbots, offering a partial workaround for those seeking to limit AI interactions.
In light of the feedback, Meta has committed to implementing labels for images, videos, and audio content generated by AI, aiming to enhance transparency and enable users to differentiate between AI-generated and user-generated content.
