LinkedIn will use member data, profiles, and public posts to train AI models
6 hours ago
- #Data Privacy
- #AI Training
- LinkedIn will use member data (profiles, public posts) to train AI models starting November 3rd.
- Private messages are excluded, but users must actively opt out to prevent their data from being used.
- In the EU, LinkedIn cites 'legitimate interest' as the legal basis for this data usage.
- Users can manage their preferences under 'Data for Generative AI Improvement' in privacy settings.
- Concerns raised about training AI on AI-generated content, potentially leading to lower-quality outputs.
- Users express frustration over lack of awareness and the need to manually opt out.