How WeTransfer reignited fears about training AI on user data

WeTransfer, a Dutch file-sharing service, has faced backlash from users after updating its terms of service to allow the company to use uploaded files to train its AI models. The new policy granted WeTransfer a perpetual, royalty-free license to use user-uploaded content, including for "improving machine learning models that enhance content moderation." This raised concerns among users about the privacy and security of their data. The company has since removed the controversial language from its terms of service, but the incident has reignited fears about the use of user data by technology companies for AI development. The story highlights the ongoing debate around data privacy and the need for greater transparency from companies regarding the use of user information. The incident serves as a reminder to users to carefully read and understand the terms of service of the services they use, and for companies to prioritize user privacy and trust when implementing new policies or technologies.