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Thousands of people are selling their identities to train AI
Gig AI trainers worldwide are selling moments of their lives, including calls and texts, to AI companies for quick cash
TL;DR
- Individuals worldwide are selling personal data like videos, audio, and text messages to AI companies for training purposes.
- This new gig economy offers quick cash but poses risks such as deepfakes, identity theft, and digital exploitation.
- AI companies face a data drought and are increasingly relying on human-generated data, creating a marketplace for personal information.
- Trainers often grant irrevocable licenses, potentially allowing indefinite use of their data with no further compensation.
- Concerns exist about the lack of transparency regarding data usage and the potential for repurposing data in ways trainers did not anticipate.
- Some trainers have experienced regret, particularly when their likeness or voice is misused in ways they did not consent to.