Zomato Bans AI-Generated Images from Food Menus to Ensure Authenticity

Zomato has officially banned AI-generated images from food menus to ensure authenticity for its users.

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This move is aimed at maintaining trust, ensuring users see real images of dishes instead of AI-generated visuals

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Zomato believes that real images give customers a more accurate idea of the food they are ordering.

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Authenticity in food presentation helps build stronger customer trust and satisfaction on the platform.

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Zomato's decision comes amid concerns that AI images could misrepresent the actual dishes offered by restaurants.

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Restaurants are now required to use real photos of food items, showcasing the true quality and appearance.

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This policy helps maintain transparency between restaurants and customers, enhancing the overall dining experience.

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Zomato aims to preserve the authenticity of its platform by preventing the use of AI-created food visuals.

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