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Celebrity likeness unauthorized AI usage

Overview

Public figures have begun denouncing the unauthorized use of their physical likenesses to create artificial intelligence-generated content and digital avatars.

Bollywood actress Neha Sharma issued a formal warning against the creation and circulation of AI-generated videos and images using her face without consent, stating she would pursue legal action to prevent damage to her image.

In a separate instance, Colombian actress Akima, also known as Laura Sofía Grueso, alleged that a Mexican producer used her photographs to develop several digital characters for luxury brand advertising campaigns. The producer reportedly claimed the AI avatars were necessary because suitable real-world faces could not be found for client demands. Akima is currently evaluating legal options in the United States and Europe regarding these violations of image rights.

Entities

Mauricio Sierra · Vogue · Netflix · Akima · Neha Sharma

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Actress Akima alleges unauthorized use of her face for AI avatars

    Actress Akima alleges a producer used her likeness to create AI-generated avatars for luxury brand campaigns without consent.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Neha Sharma warns against unauthorized AI use of her likeness

    Actress Neha Sharma has warned of legal action against the unauthorized use of her likeness in AI-generated content while unverified reports circulate regarding her potential Instagram subscription earnings.

Sources

elespectador.com · extra.ec