“Miss IA”. the first beauty pageant that pits virtual candidates against each other

The new beauty contest will be published on May 10. There is no age or size criterion, just being created by artificial intelligence. You must also be at least 18 years old,” we can read on The World AI Creator Awards website. In the contest, organized in partnership with Fanvue, a subscription platform that hosts virtual models, we can also read: “The first part of Vaika is Miss AI, where a traditional beauty pageant mixes with the world of artificial intelligence creators. Contestants will be judged on their beauty, technology and influence for a chance to win the Miss AI crown.” Or how to create new sources of complexes with standardized and unreal beauties. And so, while receiving a lot of criticism, the event still decides women’s bodies.

A spokesperson thus defended himself in response to the magazine Forbes: who was interested in the competition. “It is not about beauty in the stereotypical sense of the term, but about the protection of artistic creative talent and the beauty of the work of creators. Like traditional beauty pageants, contestants are even asked to answer the following question: “If you had a dream to make the world a better place, what would it be?”

Suggested positions

Because make no mistake, diversity and body positivity are not exactly common in AI-generated character profiles. And protect even more unattainable perfection with the added bonus of suggestive poses… Women don’t get any better. Just look at the two main AI figures like Emily Pellegrini and Aitana Lopez who are part of the jury. The profile of the second will bring more than 11,000 dollars (or 10,291 euros) per month Forbes: and has over 300,000 followers on Instagram. With her pink hair and flawless looks, she also confides in her Instagram bio that she has a “gamer” soul and loves sports. A fantasy created for men (and by men).

Among the jury members we also find two “real” people: entrepreneur Andrew Boch and historian Sally-Anne Fawcett, who has written several books on beauty pageants. And who is trying to defend the initiative? Forbes: : “It’s not about having a gorgeous butt, breasts and figure. Creators have the opportunity to change society’s perception of women with artificial intelligence, and I hope to play a role in that by choosing a winner who embodies the modern world.»

Judging on May 10, the competition closes, which will see the grand winner win $15,000, including $8,000 split between access to a mentorship program and public relations support. 2nd and 3rd place on the podium will guarantee $5,000 and $2,000 respectively.