Defending Art and Human Creativity in the Age of AI: The Battle Against Digital Mimicry
What can artists do to protect their work against the rise of AI? This episode of "AI Experience" delves into this pressing question with Shawn Shan, a PhD candidate at the University of Chicago. Shawn is at the forefront of developing solutions like "Glaze" and "Nightshade," designed to combat the unauthorized use of AI in replicating and manipulating artistic works. We delve into the complexities of protecting artistic integrity in a world where digital mimicry poses new challenges. Shawn sheds light on the ethical dilemmas and technological innovations shaping this field, offering a unique perspective on how AI is both a tool and a test for the art world. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on the future of creativity in the digital era.
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Shawn Shan is a PhD candidate in Computer Science at University of Chicago. His research focuses on developing technical solutions to protect people from malicious uses of AI. He is a recipient of the Forbes 30 Under 30 Award, the USENIX Internet Defense Prize, and the Chicago Innovation Award. His research has received the Best Paper and Internet Defense Award in USENIX, and covered by media outlets such as the New York Times, BBC, Scientific American, and MIT Tech Review.
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Shawn Shan
Computer Science PhD Candiate