A recent wave of criticism is targeting tech giants Apple and Google regarding their stance on platform X (formerly Twitter). The controversy centers on a recently discovered feature on X that appears to facilitate the creation or dissemination of non-consensual deepfake pornography.
Under the leadership of Elon Musk, X has faced intense scrutiny for its content moderation policies. Critics argue that the platform’s latest AI-related functionality for premium users clearly violates the strict App Store and Google Play guidelines prohibiting sexually exploitative content.
Despite these violations, Tim Cook and Sundar Pichai have remained silent, leading to accusations of cowardice. Tech ethicists are asking: why are the gatekeepers of the mobile economy hesitating to enforce their own rules? The inaction suggests a reluctance to clash with a high-profile rival, potentially at the expense of user safety and ethical standards in the age of generative AI.
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