This week Darrell talks with Taylor Hatmaker on to talk about Lensa AI and the possible ramifications for artists. Then we’ll hear from some attendees at the TC sessions: Space event  And as always, Darrell breaks down the biggest stories in tech.

Articles from the episode:

• Lensa AI, the app making ‘magic avatars,’ raises red flags for artists
• UPDATED: It’s way too easy to trick Lensa AI into making NSFW images
• Read all of the stories from TC Sessions: Space

Other news from the week:

• Meta won’t let staff discuss topics like abortion, gun control and vaccines at work
• Amazon will give your overworked delivery driver $5 if you ask Alexa to say thank you
• Confirmed: Slack CEO Stewart Butterfield stepping down in January
• The FTC is suing to block Microsoft from buying Activision

Credits: The TechCrunch Podcast is produced by Maggie Stamets, hosted by Darrell Etherington, and edited by Kell.