Google now allows users to remove visible watermark from its AI generations
Overview
Google announced a new update to its AI image generation tool, Gemini, allowing users to remove the visible watermark from generated images. This decision follows user pressure who found the visible mark distorting the aesthetics, especially for commercial and creative uses.
FAQ
What is the invisible watermark?
It is a digital fingerprint embedded in the image, invisible to the naked eye, used to verify that the image is AI-generated.
Does removing the visible watermark affect image tracking?
No, the invisible watermark remains active and allows identifying the image's origin.
How does this affect users in the Middle East?
It gives them more flexibility for commercial or media use, but raises questions about the spread of generated content without clear distinction.
Source: TechCrunch AI
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