Meta's AI 'Vibes' feature exploits children and celebrities through deepfake abuse, exposing platform governance failures
Original framing: “Meta AI’s ‘Vibes’ feature floods platform with sexual videos of children and explicit Bollywood deepfakes” — The Hindu
In many cultures, the use of AI to alter identities is seen as a violation of spiritual and communal integrity. For example, in parts of Africa and Southeast Asia, digital personhood is deeply tied to ancestral and social roles, making AI deepfakes a form of cultural desecration.
The proliferation of harmful AI content on Meta’s platforms is not an isolated incident but a symptom of a global governance crisis.
Indigenous and non-Western perspectives highlight the need for consent-based AI systems that respect cultural and spiritual values. Historical patterns show that without regulatory enforcement and community participation, tech companies will continue to exploit vulnerable populations. Scientific research underscores the limitations of current moderation systems, while artistic and spiritual traditions offer alternative frameworks for digital ethics. Marginalized voices must be at the center of AI policy to ensure equitable and ethical outcomes. Future modeling suggests that only through a combination of global governance, community empowerment, and AI literacy can we mitigate the harms of AI deepfakes and protect digital personhood.