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Creating synthetic datasets for machine learning using assets from the Store

Discussion in 'General Discussion' started by pilorenzo, Apr 26, 2023.

  1. pilorenzo

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    I would like to use Unity to create images to use as a dataset for training a neural network. It is not clear to me if it is possible to use assets from the Asset Store for this purpose. I would not use my application for commercial purposes, but I could potentially receive a cash prize. I am interested only in using free assets with a standard license.
    Does using assets for this purpose fall under what is defined as "prepare derivative works of ... any Asset" in the EULA?
     
  2. CodeSmile

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    It probably depends on what the output is. If the AI can then create images based on the input material I would say it‘s a no. You would have to look for truly free assets, ie public domain / CC license,to be on the safe side.
     
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  3. pilorenzo

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    In my case, the output would not be related to the images of the assets, but in any case you are right, I prefer to avoid this kind of problems.
    Thanks for the answer!
     
  4. mgear

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  5. pilorenzo

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    Thank you, I was actually thinking of making use of it, even though not for the assets. It seems very useful