The DeepNude meme stems from the 2019 launch of a controversial AI software that claimed to use deep learning to digitally remove clothing from photos. While the original application was widely condemned and quickly shut down due to ethical concerns, it sparked a massive wave of internet discourse regarding privacy and the 'uncanny valley' of modern tech. In meme culture, the term is often used satirically to represent the sudden realization of how powerful and intrusive technology has become. It frequently appears in 'Before and After' formats or reaction memes where users mock the absurdity of over-the-top AI claims and the rapid evolution of digital manipulation tools.