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Bluesky is weighing a proposal that gives users consent over how their data isused for AI
Bluesky CEO Jay Graber announced at SXSW that the social network is developing a user consent framework for data usage by AI. This comes after it was revealed that Bluesky data was used for AI training without user consent, prompting the need for clearer policies as Bluesky grows to over 32 million users, unlike its competitor X, which altered privacy terms to leverage users' posts for AI training.
Key points
- Bluesky is creating a user consent framework for AI data usage.
- The need arose after 404 Media found a dataset of Bluesky posts used for AI training.
- Competitor X has allowed third-party AI training on user content, causing users to migrate to Bluesky.
- Bluesky has grown to over 32 million users in two years, emphasizing the demand for user data policies.
- Bluesky's proposal is available on GitHub and seeks to establish user permission at account and post levels.
Why it matters
- The trend of increasing data privacy concerns in tech, especially after data misuse incidents.
- The shift towards transparency and user consent aligns with regulatory trends worldwide.
- As AI technologies advance, companies face pressure to adopt ethical AI policies ensuring user rights are respected.
Bluesky's initiative to prioritize user consent in data usage for AI reflects a growing trend toward accountability in technology and highlights the need for clear policies amid the rapid evolution of AI and social media.