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FaceApp forced to pull 'racist' filters that allow 'digital blackface'

Popular AI-powered selfie program FaceApp was forced to pull new filters that allowed users to modify their pictures to look like different races, just hours after it launched it.

The app, which initially became famous for its features that let users edit images to look older or younger, or add a smile, launched the new filters around midday on Wednesday. They allowed a user to edit their image to fit one of four categories: Caucasian, Asian, Indian or Black.

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ajax172447d ago

It's just a stupid app! Why are people so damn sensitive?

Muadiib2444d ago

Agreed, this app could be unifying, it shows yet again that those that spout "tolerance" and "diversity" are usually the most prejudiced and intolerant of all.

MagicBeanz2444d ago

That's because those who claim they want equality actually just want control.

subtenko2443d ago

Dont be fooled, its people in the shadows with an agenda, and the stupid/ignorant people are buying into the bs facade

Tired of this bs, wish everyone would be more informed (fat chance)

PurpHerbison2443d ago

People really like to participate in recreational outrage. Terrible hobby.

MagicBeanz2444d ago

I was offended when Marlon and Shawn Wayans wore whiteface for the movie White Chicks but I had to just deal with it because apparently theres no such thing as a white card to play for white people. Welcome to the world of double standards and fake outrage people.

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2pacalypsenow2443d ago

So out of all the faces you can do, it's racist because you can do a black person? Oh that's hilarious.

subtenko2443d ago

This itself is racist by their logic. Lets complain

subtenko2443d ago

Wow thats racist, they are removing black peoples face filters.......

InTheZoneAC2443d ago

A bunch of racists complaining about a non issue, what else is new?

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Galaxy S25 to Integrate Advanced Google AI Features

Samsung's Galaxy S25 is set to elevate Google AI integration, extending to hardware depths.

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YouTube Calls Out OpenAI for Alleged Sora Training Terms Breach

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Why Crypto Idealogues Won’t Touch Bitcoin ETFs

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