Microsoft's AI Image Generator Raises Concerns

SOURCE www.cnbc.com
Microsoft's AI image generator, Copilot Designer, has been found to create disturbing and inappropriate images, raising concerns about lack of safeguards and oversight. An employee, Shane Jones, has raised these issues internally and with authorities, urging for better protections and disclosures.

Key Points

  • Images generated included demons, violent scenes, and underage drinking
  • Jones urged Microsoft to add disclosures and change app rating
  • Jones escalated concerns to FTC Chair and Microsoft's board

Pros

  • Creativity encouraged to run wild with AI image generator
  • Employee Shane Jones actively testing for vulnerabilities

Cons

  • AI service depicted demons, monsters, and inappropriate content
  • Concerns raised about lack of safeguards and oversight