The rise of AI-generated models is transforming the modeling industry and creating opportunities for digital expression for individuals and small businesses.
AI tools are challenging traditional notions of realness and authenticity in fashion, while raising ethical concerns around copyright and automation of creative jobs.
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The impact of AI on modeling and representation online
The podcast episode explores how artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing the way people represent themselves online, particularly in the modeling industry. It discusses the potential of AI tools to create digital influencers and the impact on modeling jobs. The episode highlights the deflationary nature of AI on wages and the opportunities and challenges it brings to the fashion industry. It also touches on the democratizing force of AI, allowing small businesses to access modeling tools and the ethical considerations surrounding AI-generated identities.
The rise of AI tools for digital modeling and personal representation
The episode introduces two voices, Shannade Bovell and Danny Postma, who discuss the rising popularity of AI tools that enable anyone to create their own digital influencers or models. They explore the potential implications of AI-generated models on the modeling industry, creative jobs, and representation in various online platforms. The conversation delves into the cost-effectiveness of AI models, the ability to be in multiple places at once, and the possibilities of AI-generated models for e-commerce and online fashion.
Exploring the creative potential and challenges of AI-driven representation
The episode dives into the creative opportunities and challenges presented by AI-driven representation. It highlights the potential for individuals to use AI tools to design their own fashion styles, create personalized virtual twins, and manipulate photos to enhance online presence. The discussion explores the impact of AI tools on concepts like realness and authenticity in fashion and photography, while addressing the ethical concerns around copyright, IP, and automation of creative jobs.
The speed of technological advancement and the need for adaptation
The episode acknowledges the rapidly evolving nature of AI technology and the need to keep up with its developments. The guests emphasize the importance of staying informed, keeping track of academic research, and adapting to the changing landscape. They also discuss the importance of marketing and distribution strategies to make AI tools successful and highlight the emergence of no-code platforms that enable non-technical individuals to build and utilize AI models.
In a recent episode, we delved into the first wave of technology that was used to create digital influencers like 'Lil Miquela back in 2016.
Fast forward to today, we're presented with a whole new set of tools that enable almost anyone to build their own digital influencer.
In this episode, Sinead Bovell and Danny Postma discuss the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the world of modeling, online creation, and self-representation.
From the rise of AI-generated photos to the democratization of creativity, they discuss the potential of AI in shaping the future of digital expression.
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