YouTube to automatically label AI-generated photorealistic videos from June 2026 (xataka.com)

• Automatic detection and labeling of photorealistic AI content from June 2026
• Labels appear below player (long videos) or overlaid (Shorts)
• C2PA metadata and Google-native AI tools enforce permanent labels
• No impact on monetization or recommendation algorithms

"YouTube announced it will automatically detect and label AI-generated photorealistic content starting June 2026, moving beyond reliance on creator declarations. Labels will appear below the player for long videos and superimposed on Shorts. Videos with C2PA metadata or created with Google's Veo/Dream Screen tools will be permanently labeled. The labeling does not affect monetization or recommendations."