The ABCB is currently reviewing the WaterMark scheme (as of 2025-2026). Three key changes are on the horizon for Spec 017 LIC:
Stock Media: Major photo and video agencies use it to track sample images.Broadcast Media: Networks embed these marks to monitor where their content is being aired or streamed globally.Sensitive Documents: Corporations use it to discourage internal leaks by embedding user-specific IDs into PDFs or spreadsheets. Challenges and Security watermark spec 017 lic