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Ghost Font: A font that humans can read but AI cannot (mixfont.com)

180 points by justswim · 12 hours ago · 131 comments on HN

Article summary

The article introduces Ghost Font, an anti-AI font that uses motion, video, noise, and decoys to convey a message that can be read by humans but not by leading AI models. The font is an experiment to explore the limits of AI perception and preserve human creativity. The project's goal is to create a shareable file containing a visual message that can't be easily read by AI models. The font's effectiveness is demonstrated by passing videos generated with Ghost Font to AI models, which struggled to decode the message.

Main themes

  • AI perception
  • Human creativity
  • Font design
  • CAPTCHA systems
  • AI vs human capabilities
  • Visual perception

What commenters say

  • The Ghost Font project is an interesting experiment, but its usefulness is questionable as AI can be trained to read it with difficulty.
  • The project's goal of separating human and AI consumers is challenging and may lead to increased inaccessibility.
  • The font's effectiveness is limited, as it can be difficult for humans to read, especially for those with visual impairments.
  • The use of decoy messages and motion in Ghost Font makes it harder for AI to decode, but it's not a foolproof solution.
  • The project has implications for CAPTCHA systems and could be used to benchmark AI progress in visual perception.
  • Some commenters argue that the font's execution is flawed, and the use of a decoy message can be misleading.
  • Others see the project as a competition between humans and bots, with potential applications in various fields.
  • The discussion highlights the ongoing arms race between AI and human capabilities, with each side trying to outsmart the other.