The Family History AI Show EP25: ChatGPT 4o Transforms Image Generation, Jarrett Ross on AI Facial Recognition, Enhanced Image Analysis with O3
Jun 10, 2025
In this discussion, genealogy expert Jarrett Ross, known for his work on The GeneaVlogger channel, shares insights about integrating AI into genealogy. He talks about his innovative facial recognition project that identifies individuals in historical photos, particularly from Poland. The hosts explore ChatGPT 4o's advanced photorealism and text accuracy in image generation, and the O3 model's groundbreaking abilities for image analysis. They emphasize the responsible use of AI, balancing groundbreaking technology with the need for ethical considerations in genealogical research.
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Photorealism Revolution in AI Images
- ChatGPT 4.0's image generation produces photorealistic images almost indistinguishable from real photos.
- This revolutionizes genealogy image creation but risks accidental misidentification as authentic photos.
Watermark Your AI Images
- Always watermark AI-generated images clearly with creation details to prevent accidental misuse.
- Label images with creation date and AI tool used to maintain archival integrity.
AI Facial Recognition in Jewish Genealogy
- Jarrett Ross shared how he uses AI facial recognition to match historical photos to names in Jewish genealogy.
- He described successful projects identifying people from old Polish archives and the emotional value of such discoveries.