Google lets users remove visible watermarks from AI-generated images

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Google has introduced a new option allowing users to remove visible watermarks from images generated by its AI tools. The change gives users greater control over the appearance of their AI-created content. Importantly, disabling the visible watermark does not affect the invisible digital benchmarks embedded in the files. These hidden markers still allow the images to be identified as AI-generated, preserving traceability. The update reflects a balance between user flexibility and responsible AI content tracking.

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