# Google Removes Earth AI Image Tool After One Day 2026-08-06T14:20:46+00:00 | Technology | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 2 independent outlets Google launched an AI image feature in Google Earth on 30 July, then removed it the next day after possible policy violations by users. The tool used Google’s Nano Banana technology to create scenes over satellite imagery, including landmark redesigns, property mock-ups, educational material and fantasy visuals. Screenshots shared on X showed images resembling terrorist attacks, humanitarian crises, industrial accidents and environmental destruction. Google said the images carried watermarks and remained separate from the main Earth experience. Critics said watermarks could be cropped and realistic images might aid scams or misinformation. Google said it would strengthen safeguards, while the scale of misuse remains unclear. ## Coverage - thehindu.com Tags: Artificial intelligence, content safety, Google Earth, misinformation Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/google-removes-earth-ai-image-feature-after-one-day/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/google-removes-earth-ai-image-feature-after-one-day/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.