As generative AI becomes more prevalent, so does AI-generated adult content. The quality of AI-generated adult content has improved significantly compared to a year ago when the results were often strange and disconcerting. Now, a simple search for "AI porn generator" yields numerous results across the web, many of which are free to use. While the images are not perfect, some could easily be mistaken for professional artwork.
However, the proliferation of AI-generated adult content has raised ethical concerns and has had real-world impacts. For instance, Twitch personality Brandon Ewing was caught looking at nonconsensual deepfake sexual images of well-known women streamers on Twitch. Additionally, there have been cases of individuals losing their jobs and facing legal consequences due to AI-generated porn made without their consent. Furthermore, there has been an alarming increase in the circulation of photorealistic AI-generated child sexual abuse material on the dark web.
One group, Unstable Diffusion, has been at the forefront of developing AI porn generators. Despite facing bans from crowdfunding platforms, they have successfully launched a website with custom art-generating AI models. Their platform claims to be used by over 350,000 people to generate more than half a million images every day.
Unstable Diffusion's focus remains on creating a platform for AI art that "upholds the freedom of expression." They have also emphasized customization and have spent significant resources on creating a robust content moderation system to ensure a safe and secure environment for users.
However, there are concerns about bias in the generated content. The models often default to specific ethnicities and body types, and the community's models have struggled to produce photorealistic images. Despite these challenges, Unstable Diffusion is aiming to evolve into a software-as-a-service business, emphasizing palatable messaging and branding for the mass market.
They are seeking strategic partnerships and additional investment to take their platform to the next level. However, they face challenges related to content moderation, compute infrastructure, and the ethical considerations surrounding artist consent and compensation.
The future of Unstable Diffusion seems uncertain as they navigate the complexities of creating a platform for generative AI art while avoiding controversy and meeting the needs of their community and artists. The ethical concerns surrounding AI-generated adult content and its impact on individuals and society are likely to persist as this technology continues to evolve.
The rise of AI-generated adult content has led to significant advancements in technology but has also raised serious ethical questions and real-world consequences. Unstable Diffusion, one of the pioneering groups in this space, is navigating a complex landscape as they strive to evolve their platform while addressing content moderation, bias issues, and ethical considerations. The future of AI-generated adult content and its impact on society remains a topic of ongoing debate and concern.