Google Earth’s AI deepfake tool only lasted one day

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Google abruptly pulled a new Earth feature that allowed users to modify satellite imagery using text prompts. The tool was intended for harmless visualization but was immediately used to generate realistic deepfakes of geopolitical crises and border crossings. This highlights the massive gap between generative AI 'creative freedom' and the safety guardrails required for real-world geospatial data.