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AI is fixing — and ruining – our photos

The Vergecast

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The Ethics of AI in Photo Editing

This chapter explores the multifaceted impact of generative AI on photo editing, discussing how such technology can enhance or distort personal memories. The speakers reflect on their own experiences with AI tools in platforms like Google Photos and Instagram, confronting the tension between aesthetics and authenticity. They ponder the ethical implications of altering images, raising philosophical questions about the nature of memory and representation in a digital age.

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