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Google Earth AI Tool Pulled Over Misinformation Fears

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Google has removed its new AI image generation feature from Google Earth after experts warned it could be misused to create fake satellite images. The 'Create Image' tool allowed users to generate AI-generated images based on real-world locations, but raised concerns about the potential for misinformation and disinformation. Google has stated that it takes misinformation seriously and is working on implementing stronger safeguards.

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    RT @Shayan86: There's no way that this new AI image generation feature...

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    New Google Earth AI tool could fuel misinformation, experts say Expert...

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    New Google Earth AI tool could fuel misinformation, experts say Expert...

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    New Google Earth AI tool could fuel misinformation, experts say https:...

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