Spammers, Scammers Behind AI Image Flood: Experts

While the weird and wonderful creations might appear to result from many hours of meticulous concentration, they were created in seconds with a computer.
Spammers, Scammers Behind AI Image Flood: Experts
In this photo illustration, the Facebook and Instagram apps are seen on the screen of an iPhone in San Anselmo, Calif., on Oct. 4, 2021. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
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Images of children dressed as cabbages, amateur artwork and homemade cakes are racking up millions of views on Facebook, but experts warn the content might not be as innocent as it seems.

Among the most bizarre creations are images depicting Jesus made from prawns or other shellfish, which bemused users have dubbed “Shrimp Jesus.”