Staff Reports
The search for Taylor Swift on the X platform is currently yielding no results, much to the disappointment of her fans. X users attempting to search for the pop star will be met with an automated message stating that “posts aren’t loading right now.” This temporary action was taken after explicit and digitally fabricated images of Swift were shared on the platform, causing concerns for her safety.
Joe Benarroch, head of business operations at X, assured the public that this measure was implemented with caution and a focus on prioritizing safety. The platform’s “zero-tolerance policy” regarding the sharing of such material has led to the restriction or suspension of users engaged in this activity. The company is actively removing the identified images and taking necessary actions against the responsible accounts.
Twitter/X blocked searches for Taylor Swift temporarily as a way of prioritizing safety following AI images, head of business operations says:
“This is a temporary action and done with an abundance of caution as we prioritize safety on this issue” pic.twitter.com/BJJs8rqqbk
— Pop Base (@PopBase) January 28, 2024
Swift’s fans, known for their dedication, flooded the platform with real images of the singer and made “protect Taylor Swift” one of the trending topics. Their vigilance paid off as X noticed the outcry and took swift action. However, the issue goes beyond just Taylor Swift. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre expressed concern about the increasing use of artificial intelligence to generate abusive and non-consensual images, particularly targeting women and girls. Jean-Pierre emphasized the role of social media companies in enforcing their own rules to combat the spread of such harmful content.
These fake AI-generated images have not only angered Swift but also caught the attention of the White House. The Western Journal, a conservative news outlet, has been at the forefront of fighting against Big Tech and the elites. They believe that November 2024 will be a turning point and are urging their readers to support their cause in the face of adversity.
