The expression denotes a type of software or online tool that purports to digitally eliminate attire from images using artificial intelligence. These tools suggest the ability to reveal the subjects in the images with clothes removed or altered, typically without the subject’s consent.
The proliferation of this technology raises significant ethical concerns regarding privacy, consent, and the potential for misuse, including non-consensual image creation and distribution. Historically, image manipulation required considerable technical expertise; however, the advent of readily accessible AI-powered applications has democratized this capability, amplifying the risks associated with its unethical application.