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How do AI image generators work?

AI image generators like the one Just Eat used learn by analysing vast datasets of existing images and their descriptions. They identify patterns and relationships between words and visuals, allowing them to create new images based on text prompts. The bizarre results suggest the tool struggled with specific food items and cultural context, leading to unexpected and inaccurate interpretations.

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