An Open Letter to Big Tech (FAANG):

Social Media User's Data is Not Your Data to Use for AI Training.

Accept Overlai's Watermarks and Universal Opt-Out Solution

We, the social media users, the creators and proponents of Overlai, a pioneering platform dedicated to safeguarding digital assets through innovative watermarking and opt-out mechanisms, address Meta™ and its platforms Facebook™ and Instagram™, YouTube™ / Google™, Reddit™, and other synonymous big tech (FANNG: Facebook™, Amazon™, Apple™, Netflix™ and Alphabet's Google™), with a shared commitment to fostering responsible content sharing practices and upholding the integrity of intellectual property rights on your platforms.

 

Introduction

 

In recent years, the proliferation of generative AI technologies has transformed the digital landscape, promising both unprecedented opportunities and challenges. As advocates for ethical AI practices and creators of Overlai, we recognize the importance of ensuring the protection and ownership of digital content in an era defined by rapid technological advancements.

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The lines have been blurred on what constitutes user's personal and private data vs. Big Tech's data. The violations of personal data, personal privacy, and copyright law have all been breached. We need a responsible way forward that guarantees user privacy.

 

Concerns and Recommendations

 

However, we have observed instances where digital assets protected by Overlai's watermarks and opt-out solutions may be overlooked or circumvented on Meta platforms. This disregard for our technological safeguards undermines the rights and interests of your top content creators and compromises the integrity of intellectual property rights.

 

We urge Meta to take proactive measures to address these concerns and uphold the following recommendations:

 

- Acknowledgment of Overlai's Watermarks: Meta should recognize and respect the presence of Overlai watermarks on digital content shared on its platforms. These watermarks serve as essential indicators of ownership and should be preserved to prevent unauthorized use or misrepresentation of content.

 

Compliance with Opt-Out Requests: Meta should honor opt-out requests submitted through Overlai's mechanisms, ensuring that content creators retain control over the usage and distribution of their digital assets. Opt-out requests represent creators' explicit wishes regarding the handling of their content and should be upheld in accordance with ethical and legal standards.

 

Engagement and Collaboration: We invite Meta to engage in constructive dialogue with Overlai and the C2PA to explore opportunities for collaboration and mutual support in promoting responsible content sharing practices. By working together, we can enhance the effectiveness of digital asset protection measures and foster a safer and more equitable online environment for creators and users alike.

 

Conclusion

 

In conclusion, we emphasize the importance of respecting and upholding the integrity of Overlai's watermarking and opt-out solutions on Meta platforms. By acknowledging the significance of these protections and collaborating with Overlai, Meta can demonstrate its commitment to supporting creators and ensuring the responsible use of AI technologies on its platforms.

 

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to the opportunity to engage in further discussions and cooperation toward our shared goal of fostering a more ethical and respectful digital ecosystem.

 

Sincerely,

 

The Overlai Team and Creator Family

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We are in no way associated with Big Tech: FAANG.

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We do not represent or act on behalf of any of these organizations: Facebook™, Amazon™, Apple™, Netflix™ and Alphabet's Google™