Adobe has announced another update to its Terms of Service (ToS) following criticism over previous content that hinted at potential access to and use of customer data for AI training. While Adobe clarified that this was not the case, it appears that further clarification is needed.
The new ToS, set to be released on June 18, will focus on language updates to clearly communicate to customers that their content remains their own and will not be used for Generative AI training unless specifically purchased through licenses. Additionally, customers will have the option to opt out of new AI product features, such as background or object removal.
Access to data for product improvement will be limited and clearly explained with each instance. Adobe does not access data stored on user devices but may scan uploaded content to ensure compliance with the law, such as detecting Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM). If flagged, the next step involves human review or access as required by law.
In response to recent events, Adobe will revise its communication language to be more concise, clear, and legally compliant. As a platform that collects user-generated content, ongoing updates to ToS are necessary to address the evolving challenges faced by the creative industry and to instill confidence in customer content protection.
TLDR: Adobe is updating its ToS to address customer concerns regarding data access and AI training, emphasizing user content ownership and stricter compliance with the law.
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