The company's decision to allow external access to user data for AI training has sparked concerns about the potential exploitation of personal information.
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| Social media giant X sparks controversy by allowing third-party organizations to use user data for AI training, raising concerns about privacy and misuse of personal information. Image: Collected |
San Francisco, California, USA - October 20, 2024:
Social media giant X, formerly known as Twitter, has sparked controversy with its latest announcement regarding the use of user data for AI training. The company has revealed plans to allow third-party organizations to leverage X user posts to train their own artificial intelligence models.
This decision, which will take effect on November 15, has raised concerns about the potential misuse of personal information and the erosion of user privacy. Many users fear that their sensitive data could be exploited for commercial or malicious purposes.
X's previous announcement in July, where the company disclosed using user posts to train its AI chatbot "Grok," had already raised eyebrows. However, the latest policy extension, allowing external organizations to access this data, has escalated concerns.
While X has emphasized that users can revoke permission to use their post information, critics argue that the process may be cumbersome or unclear, leaving many users vulnerable to having their data exploited without their full knowledge or consent.
The move comes amidst a growing debate about the ethical implications of AI development and the protection of personal data. As AI technology continues to advance, ensuring responsible and transparent practices becomes increasingly important. X's decision to expand access to user data for AI training is likely to fuel further discussions on these critical issues.