Marketplace Tech “AI pimping” accounts are exploding on social media
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Dec 5, 2024 
Jason Koebler, co-founder of 404 Media, sheds light on the rise of AI-generated adult content and a controversial practice known as 'AI pimping.' He discusses how social media platforms, especially Instagram, are flooded with AI influencers who often misuse real creators' content for clicks and profit. Koebler highlights the implications for genuine adult creators facing challenges like dehumanization and impersonation. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of monetization strategies and the broader impact on online authenticity.
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Emily Pellegrini Case
- An AI influencer named Emily Pellegrini's account pivoted to teaching others how to create AI influencers.
- The course costs $250 and focuses on monetization strategies, with most AI influencers being female personas operated by men.
AI Pimping Business Model
- AI "pimps" profit by directing large Instagram followings to paid subscription sites, often featuring sexual content.
- They target the "loneliness business" by selling the fantasy of a real connection, using automation like chatbots.
Impact on Real Creators
- Real adult content creators face issues like having their faces swapped onto AI-generated bodies.
- Reporting these instances to Meta risks scrutiny of their own accounts, creating a dilemma.