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Parents use AI to avoid paying for school photos

Published Friday, October 9, 2026 · Updated October 9

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  • Ian Gilbert, founder of Emotion Picture Photography, stated that he is notified when images are screenshotted for AI use, and estimates that about 25% of images sent out are being used in this way.

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  • BBC News

    The article emphasizes the ethical and privacy concerns associated with using AI to bypass payment for school photographs, highlighting the financial impact on photographers and schools, and the potential risks to children's data.

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