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Deutsche Bahn criticized for using AI image over real photo

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Deutsche Bahn, a German railway company, has drawn criticism for using an AI-generated image instead of a real photograph. The user questioned why the company opted for an artificial image for a seemingly unremarkable subject, suggesting they likely possess a vast library of actual photographs. AI

RANK_REASON User-generated criticism of a company's use of AI, not a primary industry event.

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Deutsche Bahn criticized for using AI image over real photo

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Why, Deutsche Bahn? What do you not have in your no-doubt library of thousands of images that you needed an AI image of something not particularly remarkable or

    Why, Deutsche Bahn? What do you not have in your no-doubt library of thousands of images that you needed an AI image of something not particularly remarkable or difficult to create. # DeutscheBahn # AI

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