Meta disables Instagram AI image feature after backlash over consent concerns

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Meta has shut down a newly launched feature that allowed users to generate AI images by tagging public Instagram accounts. The tool, announced earlier this week as part of Meta's Muse Image AI model, enabled anyone to use content from public profiles without the account owner's permission. The feature drew significant backlash due to its deepfake potential and lack of consent safeguards. Meta acknowledged the criticism and updated its blog post to confirm the feature had been turned off.

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