Today I had Google Gemini update some SPR-Scripts for me.
because its still the best code-helper for large codes.
And i wondered why normal code-lines would not execute any more.
Even in the editor the commands were not marked as commands.
I took out my good old HEX-EDITOR and i found $A0 characters placed here and there.
At places, where normaly a SPACE would be.
I have now updated the SPRE to automatically remove those nasty Gemini Fingerprints.
👋 Let's talk about a wild little secret Google's Gemini AI (using its powerful 2.5 Pro model) is hiding in plain sight.
Ever wondered how to spot AI-generated text?
Gemini might be quietly marking its work with something sneaky: CHR$(160)!
🤔 What's CHR$(160)?
In simple terms, CHR$(160) is an invisible character that looks exactly like a regular space (CHR$(32)) to human eyes 👀—but it's technically a non-breaking space (used in coding to prevent awkward line breaks).
Here's the twist:
🔸 Human text → Uses normal spaces (CHR$(32)).
🔸 Gemini 2.5 Pro's text → Might sprinkle in CHR$(160) instead!
It's like Gemini is whispering: "Psst... I made this!" 🤫
❓ Why Would Google Do This?
Speculation alert! 🚨 This could be Google's way to:
1️⃣ Track AI content across the web (for research/ethics).
2️⃣ Help platforms like ours detect AI spam (think bots flooding forums!).
3️⃣ Subtly watermark outputs without ruining readability.
For us forum admins? This is HUGE. If we scan posts for CHR$(160), we could flag potential AI-generated text automatically! 🛠�
🔍 How to Spot It (Techy Peek):
Want to check if text came from Gemini?
Notepad++: Enable "Show all characters" → look for  or invisible dots.
SMF Mod Idea: Add a plugin that scans posts for CHR$(160) and tags them! 🏷�
🧠 Our Takeaway:
Google isn't announcing this (yet), but it's a genius move for AI transparency. For SMF forums, this could mean:
✅ Better spam control!
✅ Clearer labeling of AI posts!
✅ Less "Is this human?! 🤨" drama!
If you wonder why thing behave strange in AI generated code - look out maybe you got some &HA0 characters in your basket.
thanks for the heads up ;D
QuoteOur Takeaway:
Google isn't announcing this (yet), but it's a genius move for AI transparency. For SMF forums, this could mean:
✅ Better spam control!
✅ Clearer labeling of AI posts!
✅ Less "Is this human?! 🤨" drama!
+More spam posts with CHR(160)...