Google Photos to Introduce AI Image Identification Features

The upcoming Google Photos update aims to help users distinguish between real and AI-generated images by utilizing metadata tags.

Google Photos is testing a new feature to identify AI-generated images using metadata tags like 'ai info' and 'digital source type'.
This functionality is designed to combat misinformation and reduce the spread of deepfakes by providing transparency about image origins.
The feature is currently in development and has been discovered in version 7.3 of the Google Photos app, though it is not yet active for users.
Google's approach involves embedding AI creation details in the image's metadata, making it easier for advanced users to verify authenticity.
There are concerns about the effectiveness of metadata tags, as they can be removed or edited, but this is a step towards better AI content identification.