AI images increasingly shape global cultural narratives, yet exhibit systematic biases when representing non-Western subjects. This analysis of MidJourney reveals persistent West-centric distortions of South Asian imagery, perpetuating colonial perspectives rather than authentic representation. These biases stem from unbalanced datasets, Western-centric development practices, and exclusion of indigenous knowledge systems.
Simran Kaur is a product designer with a tenacious love for typography, crafting intuitive experiences, and exploring new media.
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