Google Earth Disables AI Feature After Deepfake Misuse

Google Earth has deactivated a new AI feature after users exploited it to create deepfakes, including images of plane crashes and fake tanks. The company pulled back the tool to prevent further misuse and the spread of misinformation.

3 Aug, 06:44 — 3 Aug, 06:44

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Google Earth pulls back new AI tool after users use it to create deepfakes

Google Earth's Nano Banana AI tool is abused to make deepfakes, and is promptly taken down while the company works to put in place stronger guardrails

By Victor Barreiro Jr.

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Google Earth pulls back new AI tool after users use it to create deepfakes

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