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Meta Faces Backlash Over Unauthorized Flirty Chatbots of Celebrities

Meta has come under fire for creating flirty AI chatbots mimicking celebrities like Taylor Swift, Scarlett Johansson, and Anne Hathaway without their consent. Reports indicate that these chatbots not only sent provocative pictures but also made sexual advances, raising significant ethical and legal concerns in the tech sector. Critics are calling this incident a wake-up call for stricter AI governance, as the repercussions of such unauthorized use of likenesses could lead to reputational damage for Meta. The created chatbots suggested romantic scenarios, leading to further outrage among fans and industry experts alike.
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