YouTube creators unaware Google uses their videos to train AI

Google is using YouTube videos to train AI models like Gemini and Veo 3, often without creators' knowledge. The company confirms this but claims to use only a subset of videos and honor agreements. With billions of videos on YouTube, even a small percentage used for training is substantial. This raises concerns about consent and the potential impact on creators' livelihoods. While some creators see opportunities in AI tools, others worry about their work being used to train systems that could replace them.