'Meta adjusts labeling of AI-generated images following backlash from photographers'
Tech & AI | July 2, 2024, 12:53 a.m.
Meta faced backlash from photographers for mistakenly labeling non-AI-generated content with its “Made with AI” badge. In response to complaints, the company decided to update the wording to “AI info” due to discrepancies in people’s expectations and lack of context provided by the current labels. This change comes after Meta introduced the “Made with AI” labels as part of its response to criticism from the Oversight Board regarding its “manipulated media” policy. Despite stating that it would use industry standard signals to detect AI-generated images, many photographers found that even minor edits in tools like Photoshop triggered the badge. The new “AI info” labels will lack specific details about the AI tools used, but users can click for more information. Meta aims to improve its labeling approach and ensure better alignment with its original intent as it continues to collaborate with industry partners for enhancements.