Meta's Use of Publicly Shared Data for AI Training

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Kurt 'Cyberguy' Knutsson discusses how Meta (Facebook and Instagram) is using publicly shared content from U.S. accounts to train AI models without offering an opt-out option, contrasting with the situation in Europe where laws protect users better. Users in the U.S. can only prevent their data from being used by making their accounts private or deleting public posts.

Key Points

  • Meta uses publicly shared content from U.S. accounts to train AI models
  • European laws offer better protection for social media users than U.S. laws
  • Users can make their accounts private or delete public posts to prevent data usage

Pros

  • Raises awareness about the use of personal data for AI training
  • Provides tips on how to protect personal data on social media

Cons

  • Lack of opt-out option for U.S. users regarding AI training with personal data