What do artificial intelligences feed on? In the case of ChatGPT, we know that from everything it has been able to find on the internet and off the internet, something that has led to important conflicts with the original authors of that content and information. Now it is Meta, the company that owns Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp is deploying its own AI tools and wants to train it with the publications of its users.
After a recent update to Meta’s privacy policy, it has generated concern among users. Starting June 26, 2024, Meta will begin using information from your posts on Instagram and Facebook to improve its artificial intelligence tools, including Meta AI and other creative AI applications.
This has raised serious questions about privacy and the use of personal data without explicit consent.
Meta’s statement
This is the statement that Meta has sent to its users via email:
What you should know: We are preparing to enable our AI experiences in Meta in your region. AI in Meta is our set of generative AI features and experiences, including Meta AI and creative AI tools, along with the models that support them.
How it affects you: In order to provide you with these experiences, the legal basis we will rely on is our legitimate interests in using your information to develop and improve AI in Meta. You have the right to object to the way we use your information for these purposes. If we respond to your opposition, we will apply it from that moment on.
How this new policy affects you
Meta justifies this action under the legal basis of legitimate interests, arguing that it needs to use user information to develop and improve its artificial intelligence tools.
However, users have the right to object to this measure. If you decide to exercise your right to object, Meta will apply these changes only upon your request, and not retroactively. This means that your previous data will not be used if you object now.
Step by step to prevent Meta from using your data
- Access your Instagram profile
- Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
- Click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the upper right corner.
- Navigate to the privacy policy
- Select “Settings” and then “Account.”
- Within the account menu, select “Privacy Policy.”
- Manage your privacy
- Review the updated privacy policy and look for the section related to artificial intelligence and the use of your data.
- Click on the link provided to object to Meta’s use of your data.
- Confirm your objection by selecting your country
- Make sure you receive email confirmation that your request has been received and accepted.
What is Meta AI, the artificial intelligence that wants to feed itself with your data
Meta AI is Meta’s virtual assistant, powered by the Llama 3 big language model, an evolution of the Llama 2 model. Integrated into the Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger platforms, Meta AI allows users to access information in time real and make queries using natural language.
This assistant facilitates everyday tasks such as searching for recipes, obtaining recommendations and solving academic questions directly from any Meta social network.
We will see over time the functionalities of this new AI and whether many or few users remove their consent.
