Artificial intelligence (AI) has the power to create some pretty wild things - that often immediately go viral.
From depicting what the 'perfect' man and woman look like to recreating celebrities as babies which, by the way, makes for a pretty disturbing sight - it's clear we're all very interested in whatever new phenomenon AI throws our way.
Well, it's at it again, this time with a quirky new creation. Brace yourself, because AI's latest venture involves generating images of what Europeans supposedly think Americans from each of the 50 states look like. But - be warned - the images have the potential to, let’s say, ruffle a few feathers.
This isn't the first rodeo for AI in creating some divisive images. We've seen it all - from what the 'average person' looks like for each job to the 'most attractive man' in various countries. Let's just say, people have had some strong feelings about these AI-generated faces.
The models range from somewhat sensible to outright bizarre, especially those from New Mexico and Idaho. A number of the AI creations are also armed with some pretty wild props - think enormous potatoes, a surplus of corn and an overload of seafood - all set against some pretty trippy backdrops. It's safe to say that these images are a full-on sensory assault.
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Now, Americans get a glimpse of how Europeans picture them, stereotypes and all. Let's dive into some of these gems, courtesy of the generative AI platform, Midjourney.
Kicking off the rundown is none other than Alabama - and it's just about as unflattering as you can get, with wild hair, a toothless grin and mucky clothing. This state definitely seems to have pulled the short straw out of the bunch and will no doubt receive some push-back.
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California, represented by one of the few women in these AI portrayals, is casually holding two takeaway coffees and a cute dog. Decked out in a cool jumper and shades, this one might actually pass the vibe check.
Then there's Florida - giving a face to the infamous 'Florida Man' meme. He looks jolly enough - but also like he might live up to his wild reputation at any moment.
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Don't even get us started on Idaho. Picture a guy in a tartan shirt, sitting on a stool, clutching a giant potato. It's a mix of pride, exhaustion and sadness - a real head-scratcher.
Hawaii's depiction is surprisingly chill, like something from an old movie poster or a tourism ad. Two people in Hawaiian shirts, sandals and leis, just enjoying the beach view.
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And Massachusetts? This is a sweaty guy in gym attire and a baseball cap, looking like he's about to lose it. It's intense, to say the least.
Nevada's image is a bit on the nose with a grandpa seemingly having a blast amid some Vegas-style chaos.
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New Mexico? It's like a scene from a low-budget sci-fi movie, complete with an army of aliens. We have no words.
Texas is all stereotypes rolled into one - a gun in one hand, an oversized burger in the other, against a surprisingly serene sunset background.
Well, there you have it. There are clearly no limits to how weird and wonderful AI can be. We dread to think what it will conjure up next...