YouTube expands AI deepfake likeness detection to all adult users

YouTube is expanding its AI likeness detection program, previously limited to creators, politicians, and journalists, to all users over 18. The tool uses a selfie-style face scan to monitor YouTube for visual matches and alerts users when potential deepfakes are detected. Users can then request content removal based on YouTube's privacy policy. The expansion gives approximately 2 billion monthly users access to proactive deepfake monitoring.