Meta has addressed a technical flaw in its Meta AI tool that allowed the system to aggregate personal data from user posts. The issue gained attention after parenting blogger Kalie Robins shared a video on Instagram, which prompted the AI to suggest intrusive questions about her location and the identity of her child.
The AI feature was capable of pulling information from various past posts to compile private details, including residential information and family connections. Following public outcry, a Meta spokesperson confirmed that the company has implemented a fix to prevent the tool from suggesting inappropriate questions based on user content.
Despite the update, Robins remains critical of the platform's design. She noted that Meta has not reached out to her directly or provided an apology. The blogger continues to question the specific nature of the technical fix and the safety protocols currently in place to protect data involving minors.
While Meta stated that the tool is intended to help users navigate accessible information, concerns regarding privacy persist. Experts and users point out that the AI still retains the ability to process public text, images, and historical social media content, meaning that inherent risks regarding data collection remain.
