Meta recently rolled out an AI feature that allowed users to generate images using public Instagram accounts, but the decision to enable it by default sparked controversy. The feature was rolled back after three days of outcry.
This incident highlights the growing concern over tech companies' tendency to enable AI features by default, forcing users to opt out if they don't want to use them.
Experts argue that 'opt-in' should be the default setting for sensitive features, citing the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation as an example of better protections for users. With regulatory experts calling for federal government intervention, the issue is likely to continue to gain attention.
