SMRTR AIJul 16, 2026Reddit

Please Stop Making Me Opt Out of AI

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Meta briefly let anyone use Instagram accounts to generate AI images by default, forcing users to opt out. After massive backlash, Meta reversed the feature within three days. Experts warn that opt-out defaults push harmful AI norms, and many are calling for federal regulation to protect users.

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