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Experiences with AI-Generated Pornography: A Quantitative Content Analysis of Reddit Posts
Nicola Döring1, Thuy Dung Le2, Dan J Miller3
1Department of Economic Sciences and Media, Technische Universität Ilmenau, Ehrenbergstr. 29, 98693, Ilmenau, Germany. nicola.doering@tu-ilmenau.de.
Generative AI has created new forms of pornography, including deepfakes. This study analyzed Reddit discussions on AI pornography production, content, use, effects, and ethics, revealing varied user experiences from concern to enjoyment.
Area of Science:
- Digital Communication
- Artificial Intelligence Ethics
- Media Studies
Background:
- Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has led to the creation of AI-generated pornography (AI pornography), encompassing fictional content and non-consensual deepfakes.
- While deepfake concerns are prominent, the wider spectrum of AI pornography experiences is under-researched.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the diverse experiences with AI pornography as discussed on Reddit.
- To explore user perspectives on the production, content, use, effects, and ethical-legal implications of AI pornography.
Main Methods:
- A quantitative content analysis of 390 English-language Reddit posts related to AI pornography from August 2024.
- Manual coding using a reliability-tested codebook (mean Cohen's kappa = 0.88) to analyze discussions.
Main Results:
- Production (59.5%) and content (60.8%) of AI pornography were the most discussed topics.
- Use experiences (12.8%) were least represented, while effects (37.2%) and ethical-legal implications (35.1%) were discussed in about one-third of posts.
- Discussions covered a range of sentiments, including outrage, concern, curiosity, enjoyment, and perceived economic benefits.
Conclusions:
- AI pornography elicits a wide array of user experiences and perspectives.
- A nuanced, multi-stakeholder approach is necessary to address the complexities of AI pornography, involving policymakers, developers, educators, and mental health professionals.
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