With the surge of AI today, YouTube is stepping up its game. The platform dropped some big news about new rules for creators using AI to create content. These guidelines express YouTube’s commitment to keeping things fair and square, making sure everyone plays by the same rules while still fostering creativity. Here’s what these changes would mean for creators:
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Synthetic Content Alert
While AI has made it possible for us to take video creation to the next level, it also poses potential threats. One of YouTube’s biggest concerns is false and harmful AI-generated content that seems realistic and might confuse viewers.
So, to address this, YouTube will be rolling out Synthetic content alerts to inform viewers about synthetic or unrealistic content they may encounter. Here’s what it would look like:
Image Credit: YouTube Official Blog
As you upload content, you’ll soon find new options to specify whether or not it contains any altered or synthetic bits. This is especially true for content where public figures are saying something they didn’t say or false content about crucial public events like health, elections, conflicts or wars.
If creators skip this step, YouTube will take action, which could range from content removal to suspension from the YouTube Partner Program.
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AI Content Removal
YouTube is also taking steps to protect artists’ and creators’ originality. It will soon allow requests to remove AI-generated content that copies someone’s face or voice without their permission.
However, not all such content will be automatically removed. To balance creative freedom and responsible content, YouTube will consider various factors such as whether the content is a parody or satire, the requester’s identity, and whether the content involves public figures.
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Music Content Removal Requests
This will also extend to the music sphere. YouTube will soon allow music partners to request the removal of AI-generated music that imitates artists’ unique styles. It will again take into account several factors before making any fixed decisions.
YouTube is working closely with creators and artists to make sure these updates are hassle-free for you. While the platform is finally drawing a line between the use of AI and the exploitation of AI on YouTube, it still values AI’s creative potential.
So, Creators need not worry about using AI to create their content like video scripts, video idea generation or software editing tools. You can still creatively explore the benefits of AI in your work!
YouTube will come out with more detailed information in 2024. So, stay tuned for more updates!
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