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Understanding Data Poisoning: Implications for AI and Social Networks, (from page 20240421.)

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The article discusses data poisoning in the context of artificial intelligence (AI) on social networks, highlighting how manipulated data can influence AI behavior during its training phase. It emphasizes the risks posed by data poisoning and the implications of AI companies, like OpenAI, storing vast amounts of user data. The distinction between explicit and implicit social networks is made, illustrating how our digital activities shape our identities. The University of Chicago’s Nightshade tool is introduced as a means for artists to combat the unauthorized use of their work in AI training by ‘poisoning’ the data. The article concludes by noting the potential for both positive and negative uses of data poisoning in digital spaces, alongside a cultural reference to TikTok’s #SlowedSong trend.

Signals

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Data Poisoning Awareness Emerging awareness of data poisoning as a manipulation technique against AI systems. Shift from passive AI usage to active resistance through data manipulation. Increased focus on ethical AI use and the development of countermeasures against data poisoning. Growing concerns about privacy and control over personal data in digital ecosystems. 4
Hypomnema Appropriation The appropriation of personal memory data by AI systems like OpenAI. Transition from individual ownership of memory to corporate control of personal narratives. AI companies may dominate the narrative around personal identity and memory management. The demand for personalized AI interactions that influence identity and memory. 5
Nightshade Tool Development Emergence of tools like Nightshade to protect creators’ rights against AI training. Shift from passive acceptance of AI usage to active protection of intellectual property. Creatives may gain more control over how their works are used in AI training processes. Rising awareness and advocacy for creators’ rights in the digital age. 4
#SlowedSong Trend Growing popularity of content that slows down music for artistic effect on platforms like TikTok. Shift from fast-paced content consumption to more reflective and artistic engagement. Potential emergence of new art forms and community-driven content creation. Desire for deeper connections and appreciation of art in a fast-paced digital world. 3

Concerns

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Data Poisoning Threat Manipulation of AI systems through maliciously corrupted data during training could undermine AI’s integrity and functionality. 5
Control over Digital Memories The risk of AI systems influencing human memories and historical narratives raises ethical concerns about autonomy and privacy. 4
Rise of Pseudo-realities Increased reliance on AI may lead to distorted perceptions of reality among users, affecting their identity and decision-making processes. 4
Exploitation of Artists AI training models using artists’ work without permission, risking devaluation of creative professions and potential loss of intellectual property rights. 4
Vulnerability to Extremist Manipulation Extremist groups could exploit data poisoning tactics to further their agendas, making AI systems potential tools for harmful propaganda. 5
Ethical Concerns of AI Interaction Trust in AI tools raises questions about ethical implications and the potential loss of critical thinking among users. 4

Behaviors

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Data Poisoning as a Manipulation Tool The use of corrupted data to alter AI behavior during training, signaling a strategic approach to influence AI systems. 5
Implicit vs Explicit Social Networks The increasing recognition of implicit social networks formed by digital activity, reshaping how individuals connect and are perceived. 4
Trust in AI Systems Growing reliance on AI tools like ChatGPT for self-construction and understanding, impacting personal identity and memory. 5
Counter-Power through Data Poisoning Emergence of tools like Nightshade to disrupt AI training processes, representing a new form of digital activism. 4
Cultural Trends on Social Media The rise of content creation trends like #SlowedSong on platforms such as TikTok, reflecting changing consumer behavior and cultural expressions. 3

Technologies

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A technique to manipulate AI by introducing corrupted data during its training phase, affecting its behavior and outputs. 5 4cff2e8843b64411a60c8c80faab4c9e
A tool developed to counter the unauthorized use of artists’ work in AI training by altering training data to disrupt AI outputs. 4 4cff2e8843b64411a60c8c80faab4c9e
Social networks formed automatically based on digital activities and data mapping, influencing how individuals are perceived online. 3 4cff2e8843b64411a60c8c80faab4c9e

Issues

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Data Poisoning Manipulating AI systems by introducing corrupted data during their training phase, posing risks to the integrity of AI outputs. 5
Privatization of Historicity The potential for companies to control and influence personal memories and historical narratives through data storage and AI interactions. 4
Implicit vs. Explicit Social Networks The distinction between social networks formed by explicit intentions versus those automatically deduced from digital activities, affecting personal identity. 4
Artist Rights and AI Training Concerns over AI companies using artists’ work without permission for training, leading to calls for negotiated licenses and protections. 5
Counter-Power Movements Emerging tools like Nightshade that disrupt AI training data, highlighting the potential for activism against corporate data usage. 3
Influence of AI on Self-Construction The growing reliance on AI tools like ChatGPT impacting how individuals understand and construct their identities. 4