Fake A.I. Influencers Blaming Their Fake Lack Of Success On Fake Racism

U.S. — Artificially generated influencers like Shudu and Miquela have been immensely successful posting on Instagram and TikTok. Now, many of these avatars are beginning to voice frustration about not getting their fair share of money and brand deals. Some are even pointing to racism as a possible cause.

Keem Parker, renowned fake influencer agent and owner of the Streward Talent Agency says his AI talents claim they are being overlooked for brand sponsorships in favor of lighter-skinned AI models. "Their allegations of racism are absolutely ludicrous," Parker told us. "To be honest, my girls just aren't as successful these days as they were a few years ago. The market has seen a huge influx of new AI influencers and there's just not enough money to go around."

Shudu and Miquela tell a different story. They claim the lack of opportunities is identical to what real black female influencers experienced in years past.

"Their allegations of racism are absolutely ludicrous," Parker reiterated.

At publishing time, Shudu had applied to a new agency called Integr8, a company that specializes in dark-skinned AI models and was rumored to have protected classes of its own.