Glossary Entry:

Digital Watermark (in AI)

Digital Watermark (in AI)

Inclusion of unique data points (such as pixels, special characters, or key phrases) in AI-generated or -edited content. Digital watermarks can be used to spot plagiarism, manage intellectual property, or lessen the risk of 'deepfakes' and other problematic uses of AI.

"OpenAI announced work on a digital watermark to ensure student use of their tool was properly cited, addressing a key concern of academia and educators."