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YouTube Launches AI ‘Likeness Detection’ Tool to Spot Deepfakes

In a major move to protect creators and safeguard trust on its platform, YouTube has introduced a new AI-driven “likeness detection” tool. This tool is designed to identify and manage unauthorized, AI-generated content that uses a creator’s face, voice, or identity without consent. This milestone announcement underscores YouTube’s commitment to fighting deepfakes and deceptive content…

YouTube settlement in Trump Capitol riots lawsuit sparks free speech debate

YouTube Proposes £18M Settlement in Trump Capitol Riots Lawsuit

YouTube has proposed a settlement to resolve Donald Trump’s suit over his account suspension after the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. The deal, reported as $24.5 million (about £18.1m), would route most of the money to a National Mall project and smaller sums to other plaintiffs.  The move ends a high-profile legal fight over platform…