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Generative AI is rapidly gaining popularity in the games industry, but beneath the hype lies a troubling reality. This technology, often built on uncredited and stolen work, is already being used to replace creative jobs and threatening the livelihoods of countless artists and developers. Beyond that, the massive environmental costs of maintaining AI infrastructure raise serious concerns about sustainability. This session will delve into the real, human dangers posed by generative AI, from its impact on the quality of creative work to the potential loss of genuine artistry in games. It will also discuss ways to eliminate some of these issues and how we can use the technology to enhance our workflows rather than replace them.

Takeaway

Attendees will come away with an understanding of the dangers of using generative AI, both in the short term and the long term. They will have a better appreciation of the ethics involved in these systems.

Intended Audience

This talk is for everyone who wants to understand the cost of generative AI systems.