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AI scams targeting artists' livelihoods under investigation

An individual is researching AI scams that specifically target artists and impact their businesses. The focus is on instances where artists' work is stolen, used to generate new art, and then resold. The researcher is seeking personal experiences or knowledge of other artists affected by such scams to gather more insights. AI

IMPACT Highlights potential exploitation of artists by AI-driven scams, prompting awareness and information gathering.

RANK_REASON The item is a call for information about AI scams affecting artists, indicating a commentary or research effort rather than a direct event.

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AI scams targeting artists' livelihoods under investigation

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · eee_artsy ·

    Hi guys, I am currently working on a new project about AI scams. Especially AI scams directly affecting the livelihoods of artists, who run their own businesses

    Hi guys, I am currently working on a new project about AI scams. Especially AI scams directly affecting the livelihoods of artists, who run their own businesses. E.g. a scammer steals their artwork, generates a "new" artwork based on the original one and sells it. If you are sell…