“Twitter,” now known as X, has recently announced its intention to leverage public data for AI training purposes. Previously, reports indicated that X was planning to collect biometric, employment, and educational data from its users. In its latest Privacy Policy update, X has confirmed its plan to use this data, along with other personal information, to enhance its AI models.
Elon Musk, the owner of X, has also affirmed this change. He clarified, however, that the data used for training AI models is sourced from publicly available information and does not encompass private data such as Direct Messages or other user-sensitive information.
Just public data, not DMs or anything private
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 31, 2023
While the X platform itself may not be primarily focused on AI development, Elon Musk’s interest in this area is evident. He recently launched a new company called “xAI,” with X likely serving as one of the data sources for this venture.
Another intriguing possibility is that this data could find utility within X’s own ecosystem. Musk has publicly expressed his intention to compete with LinkedIn, and the collection of job and education data could be instrumental in achieving this goal. It has been reported that X is planning to introduce features related to job listings.
Under Elon Musk’s leadership, X (formerly known as Twitter) has undergone a profound transformation. The company’s ambition is to evolve the X platform into an all-encompassing application, and the incorporation of AI and data-driven initiatives appears to be a central part of this transformation. As we witness the unfolding changes, it remains to be seen what other innovations Elon Musk will bring to X in the future.
