- The Google Earth capability used the Nano Banana 2 AI model to generate photorealistic images based on satellite, aerial and 3D imagery for locations worldwide.
- Google paused the feature after policy-violating generated-image screenshots were shared, while it develops stronger guardrails.
- The feature faced criticism because users could create fake scenarios over real imagery of landmarks and monuments, creating misinformation concerns.
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“We've seen geospatial professionals using this feature for a range of useful purposes, however we've also seen people sharing screenshots of generated imagery that appear to violate our policies”