YouTube will remove AI-generated content that mimics your appearance or voice upon your request
Scarlett Johansson's AI Voice Fight: A new chapter in the digital world unfolded back in May when the actress took on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman over an alleged use of AI-generated voice for ChatGPT 4.0. Amidst the brewing controversy, Altman firmly denied any involvement.
Now, Johansson seems to have found an ally in YouTube. Sarah Perez from TechCrunch spotted an update on YouTube's Privacy Guidelines that could revolutionize the way AI-generated content is handled. This new policy seems to fit within YouTube's recently unveiled 'responsible AI' plan, launched earlier this year.
YouTube's policy revolves around the removal of AI-generated content that is uniquely identifiable. The company clarifies this as content containing enough information that allows others to recognize the individual. Factors considered for removal may include whether the content is satire or parody, or if it includes a public figure engaged in sensitive activity.
This groundbreaking policy is exclusive to first-party claims, with exceptions made for people without internet access, vulnerable individuals, minors, or deceased persons. Third parties are not authorized to submit claims on behalf of others.
When a request for removal is filed, the content under scrutiny won't be erased instantly. The uploader will be granted a 48-hour window to react. During this period, they can either trim, blur, or erase the content. Making a video private isn't considered an acceptable action. If the uploader fails to act within this timeframe, the complaint is handed over to YouTube for review, and further action may ensue.
Youtube's AI Content Control:YouTube's policy aims to control AI-generated content effectively by adhering to three essential principles: transparency, originality, and policy compliance.
- Transparency: Creators are required to disclose AI-generated content to prevent potential penalties such as content removal or demonetization.
- Originality: YouTube allows viewers to request the removal of videos that simulate an identifiable individual. However, such requests are subject to a review process.
- Compliance: Content violating YouTube's Community Guidelines or copyright policies is removed. Using AI to impersonate voices or create deepfakes without permission can lead to content removal.
YouTube utilizes an AI detection system to automatically flag potential AI-generated content violations, with manual review process by YouTube for thorough enforcement. This comprehensive approach emphasizes YouTube's commitment to managing AI-generated content efficiently and responsibly.
- Hopefully, Scarlett Johansson's future battles over AI-generated content will be eased by YouTube's new policy, which allows views to request the removal of videos containing identifiable individuals.
- Under YouTube's AI Content Control, creators are obligated to disclose AI-generated content, with transparency being one of the essential principles followed.
- Technologically advanced, YouTube's AI detection system can automatically flag potential AI-generated content violations, ensuring that relevant content is reviewed thoroughly.
- If a request for removal is filed under YouTube's new policy, the content under scrutiny will be given a 48-hour window for the uploader to react, allowing for the opportunity to allow to trim, blur, or erase the content before a review is initiated.
