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YouTube requires that creators say if they have used AI, and this one does:

FAUNATZ
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How this content was made
Altered or synthetic content
Sound or visuals were significantly edited or digitally generated

YouTube says:

Disclosing use of altered or synthetic content

We encourage creators’ innovative and responsible use of content editing or generation tools. At the same time, we recognize that viewers want to know if what they’re watching or listening to is real.

To help keep viewers informed about the content they’re viewing, we require creators to disclose content that is meaningfully altered or synthetically generated when it seems realistic.

Creators must disclose content that:

Makes a real person appear to say or do something they didn’t do
Alters footage of a real event or place
Generates a realistic-looking scene that didn’t actually occur

This could include content that is fully or partially altered or created using audio, video or image creation or editing tools.
Disclose using the ‘altered content’ setting in YouTube Studio

To disclose content that is meaningfully altered or synthetically generated, the ‘altered content’ setting is available to creators using YouTube Studio on a computer or mobile device. We’ll expand this setting to other devices and YouTube apps in the future….

The video a few days ago about Comet, the foal raised by three dogs, also included:

How this content was made
Altered or synthetic content
Sound or visuals were significantly edited or digitally generated.

It was already clear that the visuals were digitally generated, which would be fine if the they were telling a true story, but Galloping Stories, the creators, don’t really say that. They say:

Galloping Stories is the place where the incredible journeys of horses come to life. In each video, we tell exciting stories of loyalty, courage, and overcoming obstacles, exploring the deep bond between horses and their owners. Whether it’s epic competitions, moments of adversity, or unexpected adventures, every story takes us on a unique and unforgettable ride. If you’re passionate about horses or simply love heartwarming stories, join us and gallop through a world of emotion and inspiration!

Sigh. That’s too bad. It was a well-written and touching story, but I won’t be posting more like it unless I can verify that the story is true.

May 28, 2025