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Goodbye Meta AI? More Like Hello Confusion! 🤳🤣

Data Privacy - Facebook - Goodbye Meta AI - Instagram - James McAvoy - Julianne Moore - Meta AI - Sarah Paulson - Social Media Hoaxes

The viral 'Goodbye Meta AI' post is a hoax that's tricked even celebrities! Discover why resharing it won't save your data.

Instagram has been hit with a viral post dubbed 'Goodbye Meta AI', which has seen an unexpected surge of participation from A-listers and your everyday users alike. Celebrities like Julianne Moore, Sarah Paulson, and James McAvoy have joined the fray, allegedly declaring their right to privacy and refusing Meta’s access to their images for AI training. However, this trend turns out to be less about genuine privacy concerns and more about a clever hoax that has swept across social media platforms.

At its core, the post misleads users into thinking that by simply resharing a disclaimer, they can legally safeguard their images from being used by Meta. So far, over 600,000 social media enthusiasts have shared the post, many of whom likely believe they are taking a stand against data misuse. However, online legal experts have pointed out the flimsiness of such a tactic. It seems the only thing this post can guarantee is a hearty chuckle from privacy lawyers shaking their heads at the widespread gullibility.

But what does this mean for the average user? Despite the enticing idea that a simple post could magically shield them from corporate data practices, the reality is a bit duller. Both Instagram and Facebook do offer legitimate pathways to manage privacy settings and data usage, but they involve actual and often laborious steps beyond a quick share. So, if you think hitting that ‘share’ button will arm you in the battle against tech giants, think again – it’s a data privacy white flag in disguise.

Ultimately, it’s important to stay educated and critical when it comes to social media trends. The 'Goodbye Meta AI' post is a classic case of internet trickery, proving that even celebrities can get caught up in the scheme. Next time you see a viral post claiming to protect your data, remember to double-check before diving in! It's a reminder that while influencers can set trends, it’s the facts that should steer your online choices.

**Fun Fact:** Did you know that the infamous 'Goodbye Meta AI' post isn’t the first of its kind? It’s actually a reboot of an older meme that circulated years ago, misleading users about data protection. The more things change, it seems, the more they stay the same!

**Another Fun Fact:** While the resignation of celebrities like Julianne Moore to the hoax might raise eyebrows, a staggering number of ordinary users still trust viral posts. It highlights the critical need for public education surrounding data privacy – because in the wild world of social media, the only thing crazier than the posts are the stories behind them!

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What is 'Goodbye Meta AI' on Instagram? all to know (Messenger Newspapers)

A number of famous faces have gotten involved with celebrities like Julianne Moore, Sarah Paulson and James McAvoy sharing this trend online. What is the ' ...

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James McAvoy and Tom Brady fall for 'Goodbye Meta AI' hoax (BBC News)

More than 600000 people have shared a message falsely denying Meta the right to use their images to train AI.

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What happens when you re-post the 'Goodbye Meta AI' disclaimer ... (The Independent)

Instagram and Facebook do offer genuine ways of objecting to the use of your data – though they might not change anything.

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The viral 'Goodbye Meta AI' post is a hoax you shouldn't share (Yahoo News UK)

Nearly 600000 people appear to have been tricked by the fake Facebook and Instagram trend.

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No, Resharing That Viral 'Goodbye Meta AI' Post Will Not Legally ... (TIME)

The viral message shared by hundreds of thousands of social media users, including a number of celebrities, won't legally protect your data.

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Thousands are falling for new 'Goodbye Meta AI' scam - here's why ... (Metro)

Nearly 550000 people have shared a fake Instagram story statement claiming that unless they share it, Meta will 'use their information'.

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Ok, here's why you keep seeing this 'Goodbye Meta AI' post and if it's ... (The Tab)

What the Goodbye Meta AI public entity hoax attorney statement Instagram post actually is, if it is fake or real and how to opt out of AI training.

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What is 'Goodbye Meta AI' on Instagram? all to know (Bromsgrove Advertiser)

A number of famous faces have gotten involved with celebrities like Julianne Moore, Sarah Paulson and James McAvoy sharing this trend online. What is the ' ...

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Film stars and sportspeople among those to share hoax 'Goodbye ... (Irvine Times)

Actors Julianne Moore and Ashley Tisdale, as well as England cricketer Jonny Bairstow have reshared the post on Instagram Stories, entitled “Goodbye Meta AI”.

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Viral post falsely claims to stop Meta using your data to train AI ... (Sky News)

The viral Instagram story is actually repurposed from an old, equally ineffective meme and Meta says it does not count as a valid form of objection to their ...

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The Viral 'Goodbye Meta AI' Copypasta Will Not Protect You (WIRED)

Resharing a post on Facebook, Instagram, or another social media platform is not how you legally protect your data or opt out of anything.

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Film stars and sportspeople among those to share hoax 'Goodbye ... (Cumnock Chronicle)

Actors Julianne Moore and Ashley Tisdale, as well as England cricketer Jonny Bairstow have reshared the post on Instagram Stories, entitled “Goodbye Meta AI”.

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What is 'Goodbye Meta AI' on Instagram? all to know (Hackney Gazette)

A number of famous faces have gotten involved with celebrities like Julianne Moore, Sarah Paulson and James McAvoy sharing this trend online. What is the ' ...

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Film stars and sportspeople among those to share hoax 'Goodbye ... (Bromsgrove Advertiser)

Actors Julianne Moore and Ashley Tisdale, as well as England cricketer Jonny Bairstow have reshared the post on Instagram Stories, entitled “Goodbye Meta AI”.

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Film stars and sportspeople among those to share hoax 'Goodbye ... (Wandsworth Guardian)

Actors Julianne Moore and Ashley Tisdale, as well as England cricketer Jonny Bairstow have reshared the post on Instagram Stories, entitled “Goodbye Meta AI”.

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What happens when you re-post the 'Goodbye Meta AI' disclaimer ... (The Independent)

Instagram and Facebook do offer genuine ways of objecting to the use of your data – though they might not change anything.

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Meta debuts AI chatbot voiced by celebrities Judi Dench, Awkwafina ... (CBS News)

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What is 'Goodbye Meta AI' on Instagram? all to know (Wandsworth Guardian)

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