AI "girlfriends" called a threat to women's rights
Posted By: Beardo, 8/7/2023 11:55:00 PM
A few months ago, we discussed a female online “influence” (I remain unsure how that ever became a job) who created an Artificial Intelligence clone of herself and advertised it as “your new virtual girlfriend.” (snip) Some AI ethicists and women’s rights activists say developing one-sided relationships in this way could unwittingly reinforce controlling and abusive behaviours against women, since AI bots function by feeding off the user’s imagination and instructions.
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Due To Traditional Beliefs About Marriage
And Gender 16 replies
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And Gender 16 replies
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