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Meta introduces AI labeling: Facebook changes policies in May.
Discover what changes Germany expects from May: AI content on Facebook, rising air traffic tax, higher minimum wages in geriatric care and more. Stay informed!
Meta introduces AI labeling: Facebook changes policies in May.
In May 2023 there will be some changes in Germany. Facebook parent company Meta plans to no longer delete AI-generated content, but instead label it accordingly. This innovation is scheduled to be introduced next month and affects manipulated photos, videos and audio files created using artificial intelligence.
Furthermore, the aviation tax is expected to increase from May, which could make air travel more expensive. The tax that airlines pay per passenger should be between 15.53 euros and 70.83 euros, depending on the flight route and destination. These costs could potentially impact passengers.
There is also a positive change in the area of geriatric care: the minimum wage is being increased. From May 1st, nursing assistants should earn 15.50 euros per hour, qualified nursing assistants 16.50 euros and skilled workers 19.50 euros. This increase is intended to help improve working conditions in the care industry.
Furthermore, traffic offenders who have committed violations in Switzerland can also be prosecuted in Germany from May. This is regulated by the new German-Swiss police treaty, which enables the mutual enforcement of fines. Until now, only offenses from EU states could be punished in Germany.
In addition, the transition period for CO2 labels at car dealers ends in May. From May 1st, labels must be based on absolute CO2 emissions, with the previous reference to vehicle weight no longer being used. The new labeling is similar to the well-known energy efficiency classes and is intended to give consumers a better overview of the CO2 emissions of automobiles.
Deutsche Bahn will also discontinue its “DB Route Agent” app on May 2nd and integrate the functions into the “DB Navigator”. In addition, from May 1st, taking e-scooters on public transport will be banned in cities such as Berlin and Leipzig, due to safety concerns and an increased risk of fire.
Last but not least, there will be a change regarding the doctoral title in the German identity card. Instead of directly in front of the last name, there will be a special field on the back of the document. This is intended to avoid any possible irritations during border controls abroad. Anyone who applies for a new ID card from May 2nd will automatically receive the updated version.