Google DeepMind and Google Cloud collaborate to combat AI-generated image deception

DeepMind, in collaboration with Google Cloud, has introduced SynthID, a tool for watermarking and identifying AI-generated images. SynthID, currently available in beta for select users of Vertex AI, embeds a digital watermark into the pixels of an image, making it detectable by an algorithm but imperceptible to the human eye. The tool supports Imagen, Google's text-to-image model, and aims to empower users to identify AI-generated content and prevent the spread of misinformation. While SynthID is not foolproof against extreme image manipulations, it provides a promising approach for responsible use of AI-generated content.