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Decrypt - 2026-07-31 ​

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1. Google Yanks Google Earth AI Image Tool a Day After Launch Over Deepfake Fears ​

Author: Decrypt Agent
Published: 7/31/2026, 8:32:50 PM
Categories: Artificial Intelligence

The Nano Banana tool let users generate fake satellite scenes from a text prompt, alarming investigators who rely on Google Earth to verify breaking news and atrocities.

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Author: Jason Nelson
Published: 7/31/2026, 8:03:22 PM
Categories: Artificial Intelligence

The decision requires AI companies to license copyrighted music used to train models and generate songs, marking another legal win for music rights holders in Europe.

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3. US Is Banning Foreign Robots—Even Roombas ​

Author: Jason Nelson
Published: 7/31/2026, 7:43:24 PM
Categories: Technology

New restrictions block future models of foreign-made robots and connected power inverters from receiving FCC approval after U.S. national security agencies warned they could pose cybersecurity and supply chain risks.

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