Amazon will train on Twitch streamers’ content by default, unless they opt out
What's happening
Twitch has begun using streamers' channels to train Amazon's generative AI models by default, with creators required to opt out if they do not want their content used. Twitch CPO Mike Minton said on a livestream that "If this was opt-in, nobody would opt in," explaining the default choice. Multiple outlets report the setting is available but not prominently displayed, and guides have appeared explaining how to turn the feature off.
Why it's trending
This is rising because Amazon/Twitch rolled the change out as a default and executives publicly defended that decision, sparking creator backlash and quick how-to guides on opting out.
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Original sources18
- Twitch is using your content to train Amazon's AI. Here's how to opt out.mashable.comAug 14
- Twitch Admits ‘Nobody Would Opt-In’ To AI Training, Here’s How To Opt-OutForbesAug 13
- Twitch Is Mining Peoples' Streams to Train Amazon's AIHackerNewsAug 12
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