- Adobe’s recent terms of service (TOS) update triggers controversy among users.
- Users express concern over perceived rights granted to Adobe for AI training using their work.
- Adobe reassures users, clarifying its stance on AI training and ownership of customer content.
A recent terms of service (TOS) update from Adobe has stirred significant controversy, with users expressing outrage over perceived implications for their creative work. The update, requiring users to accept new terms to access Adobe’s apps and services, led many to believe that Adobe would have unrestricted access to their content for training artificial intelligence (AI) models.
The notification stated that Adobe could access user content through automated and manual methods for purposes like machine learning analysis. This sparked fears among creatives that their work could be used to train Adobe’s generative AI model, Firefly, or access sensitive projects covered by nondisclosure agreements (NDAs).
In response to the backlash, Adobe clarified its position, emphasizing that it does not train Firefly on customer content or claim ownership of user-generated work. However, concerns linger among users, with some interpreting the TOS language as overly broad and intrusive.
The controversy underscores broader concerns about privacy and ownership in the digital age, particularly as AI technology becomes more prevalent. While Adobe seeks to reassure its user base, the incident highlights the importance of transparency and clear communication in navigating complex legal agreements.
“solely for the purpose of operating…”
for clarity: any modern software company that has features like reproducing as thumbnails, enabling users to share for review and approval via web link, auto generating variations, indexing for search etc – requires a license (or for…— scott belsky (@scottbelsky) June 6, 2024
I just cancelled my Adobe licence after many years as a customer.
The new terms give Adobe “worldwide royalty-free licence to reproduce, display, distribute” or do whatever they want with any content I produce using their software.
This is beyond insane. No creator in their… pic.twitter.com/8UK3ur3WtH
— Sasha Yanshin (@sashayanshin) June 7, 2024
