Cybeauty Magazine was launched in March 2024 under its original name, Playborg Magazine.

From day one, the mission was ambitious: to create a premium digital publication dedicated to ultra-realistic AI influencers, virtual models, and the rising culture around synthetic beauty, what many early readers called “the Playboy of AI.”

The concept quickly gained attention. At the time, AI-generated influencers were still a new frontier, and Playborg Magazine became one of the first modern publications to treat AI beauty as a serious new genre of digital culture, combining editorial storytelling, high-end visuals, creator features, interviews, reviews, and model showcases.

However, as the magazine grew, it became clear that the original name could create confusion with an established legacy brand. In July 2024, Playboy’s legal team issued a cease & desist letter, pointing out that the name “Playborg / Playborg Magazine” could be interpreted as trademark-related confusion. While there was never any intention to mislead or interfere with Playboy’s audience, we respected the concerns and made the decision to evolve.

That transition marked the birth of Cybeauty Magazine, a stronger identity, a clearer vision, and a name designed to stand on its own.