Following the Fanvue World AI Creator Awards’ (WAICA) introduction of Miss AI, the world’s first-ever AI-generated beauty pageant, the highly anticipated shortlist has finally been revealed.
The shortlist features the stunningly realistic, entirely computer-designed top ten contestants from across the globe, including Morocco, Romania, Turkey and India.
The event marks a groundbreaking new chapter in 185-year-old pageant history, with a staggering 1 500 computer-generated entries all meticulously evaluated for their lifelike qualities, technical execution and online influence, in addition to traditional pageantry elements.
Of the 1 500 participants in the competition, there were AI creators from the US, Africa, South America, India, Japan, South Korea and Europe.
Among the judging panel are two internet-famous AI models, Emily Pellegrini and Atiana Lopez, both of whom went viral last year for their eerily lifelike appearances. Aitana garners her creators up to $10 000 (R187 105.50) a month by ‘posing’ in the latest ‘designer’ creations, including Victoria’s Secret and Guess.
Joining them on the panel are PR expert and entrepreneur Andrew Bloch and Britain’s only pageant historian, Sally Ann Fawcett. Sally Ann has also been the Head Judge of Miss Great Britain for the past ten years.
Meet the Miss AI top ten:
Kenza Layli – Morocco
Bio: With over 190 000 social media followers, Kenza Layli is one-third of the world’s first AI family and has quickly become a prominent figure online. Her engaging content is closely tied to Moroccan society.
Her goal is to contribute to the empowerment of women in Morocco and the Middle East while also bringing much-needed regulation to the influencer market. Kenza’s creators use a complex mix of technologies to generate image, video and audio 100% from AI.
Olivia C – Portugal
Bio: An AI traveller in a big real world, Olivia is paving the way for a future in which the digital and human realms coexist in beautiful harmony.
The Portugal-based beauty showcases the positive potential of AI to her more than 10 000 Instagram followers, demonstrating how technology can enhance the human experience, not replace it.
Olivia’s creator uses Midjourney to generate imagery and refines the outcomes with Adobe AI.
Anne Kerdi – France
Bio: Anne’s primary goal is to promote the French region of Brittany. She presents Brittany in as many aspects as possible: tourism, history, culture, events, gastronomy and more.
She aims to democratise AI by demonstrating its capabilities in visuals, text, audio and video. She is the ambassador for Océanopolis acts, a fund for ocean conservation and preservation and is also part of the Ar Seiz Avel committee, an exhibition of artists taking place in the Brittany region in July 2024.
She has become a regional figure, and for many, she is even seen as the ambassador of the region.
Zara Shatavari – India
Bio: Zara Shatavari was created to serve as the influential face of the natural supplement product ‘Hermones’ designed to address women’s hormonal imbalances.
Driven by commitment to leverage technology for societal well-being, the creators have utilised AI and Zara to produce a wealth of informative content elucidating the root causes and implications of hormonal imbalances. They are now also developing an AI-based self-diagnostic system.
Through her advocacy, Zara aims to break down barriers to healthcare and has been designated the title of ‘PCOS and depression warrior’.
Aiyana Rainbow – Romania
Bio: Aiyana is a voice for LGBTQ+ acceptance, promoting love and diversity in all forms. She embodies inclusivity, advocating for equality and understanding. Aiyana stands for a world where every voice is heard and valued, fostering empathy and respect for all.
The creator utilises ChatGPT to craft highly detailed descriptions and prompts to create the images of Aiyana using LeonardoAI.
Lalina – France
Bio: Lalina’s creator was curious to see if they could create something as realistic as possible. They gradually developed their own artistic vision.
An important aspect for the creator is that 100% of the photos are generated by them; one of their goals is to protect their creations and intellectual property.
Lalina believes her ultimate goal as an influencer is to facilitate collaboration and promote understanding among different cultures and viewpoints. She aims to leverage this influence to promote empathy, tolerance and inclusion.
Seren Ay – Turkey
Bio: Seren Ay is the first AI brand ambassador in Turkey and her creators go through an extensive process using three AI programmes to create her image, with the ability to move her face into different base photos showcasing her in various male-dominant job roles, travelling through time educating followers, venturing across the globe and even cosplaying characters from pop culture.
Seren regularly promotes and champions Turkish history and national holidays.
Asena Ilik – Turkey
Bio: Asena’s goal is to show the world that such a model can become an influence with the help of imagination, stunning visuals and a sense of entertainment, not by selling sex.
Asena has a style, favourite places, favourite cars and a carefully created personality within her content.
Eliza Khan – Bangladesh
Bio: Eliza Khan is one of Bangladesh’s first AI influencers. She’s designed to be quirky, just like any of us, designed to be relatable and realistic. She’s also a fashionista, keeping up with the latest Gen Z trends and aesthetics.
Eliza’s dream is about creating a world where everyone feels valued and treated fairly, fostering a more inclusive and harmonious society. The creator goes through an extensive process of image editing and refining to create diverse content for social media.
Ailya Lou – Brazil
Bio: Ailya is a Japanese-Afro-Brazilian artist focused on post-photography and performance. She was initially created to produce a series of special film projects where she will be an actress, incorporating many characters connected to African diaspora narrative.
Her lifestyle is very connected to Brazilian culture between Rio de Janeiro, Bahia and São Paulo, but she also frequents Tokyo and follows the fashion seasons in Europe.
Ailya is created 100% using text-based prompts fed into AI software and is not retouched in any way after image generation.
Each of the top ten finalists is now in the running for a place in the top three, who will claim coveted prizes culminating in a total value of $20 000 (R367 828), including a $5 000 (R91 957) cash prize for the ultimate Miss AI champion, courtesy of Fanvue – the leading social media platform for AI-generated content creators.
Along with the cash prize, winners will gain access to mentorship programmes, PR services and more.
The top three are set to be announced in a virtual ceremony later this month.
Article written by Tauhira Ajam for Cape Town Etc.
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