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flag An AI-generated Aboriginal persona, "Bush Legend," sparks backlash for cultural appropriation, stereotyping, and lack of Indigenous consent.

flag An AI-generated persona called the "Bush Legend," depicted as an Aboriginal man sharing stories with didgeridoo music, has drawn criticism from Indigenous communities. flag Though some videos include AI disclaimers, many viewers are unaware the character is fictional and created without any connection to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples. flag The figure uses stereotypical Indigenous imagery—ochre paint, cultural jewelry—without authentic context or consent, sparking concerns over cultural appropriation, dubbed "AI Blakface." flag Critics say the portrayal undermines Indigenous self-determination, exploits cultural identity, and perpetuates harmful stereotypes, especially as non-Indigenous creators profit from fabricated representations. flag With minimal Indigenous involvement in AI development and weak national regulations, the trend raises alarms about the erosion of real Indigenous voices and cultural integrity in digital spaces.

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