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As a Rape Crisis Centre, we are thrilled to share a significant step forward in combating the insidious threat of deepfake technology. The recent legislation addressing sexually explicit deepfakes marks a pivotal moment in safeguarding individuals from digital exploitation and emotional harm. Deepfakes, utilising Artificial Intelligence to manipulate images and videos, have emerged as a potent tool for perpetrators seeking to inflict distress, humiliation, and alarm. Victims are left vulnerable to the devastating consequences of falsified content, impacting their personal and professional lives. With the enactment of this new law, individuals who create sexually explicit deepfakes with the malicious intent to cause harm will face severe legal repercussions. This legislation serves as a beacon of hope for survivors and a stern warning to those who seek to exploit and degrade others through technological means. It sends a clear message that our society values the dignity and autonomy of every individual, and we will not tolerate any form of digital abuse or manipulation. #DeepfakeLegislation #DigitalSafety #EndDigitalExploitation #lawenforcement #abuse

The United Kingdom is taking a decisive step to address the issue of violence against women. As part of their efforts, they will criminalize the creation of sexually explicit deepfake images. Here are the key points: Offense and Penalties: People convicted of creating deepfake images without consent, even if they don’t intend to share these images, will face prosecution and an unlimited fine under a new law. Additionally, sharing such sexually explicit deepfake images could also result in jail time. This move aims to curb a practice that is increasingly being used to humiliate or distress victims. Context: Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence have led to the proliferation of deepfake images and videos. The U.K. has classified violence against women and girls as a national threat, which means that law enforcement must prioritize addressing it. Government Measures: The government is also introducing new criminal offenses for: Taking or recording real intimate images without consent. Installing equipment to enable someone to do so. A new statutory aggravating factor will apply to offenders who cause death through abusive, degrading, or dangerous sexual behavior. Minister’s Statement: Laura Farris, the Minister for Victims and Safeguarding, emphasized that this new offense sends a clear message that creating such material is immoral, often misogynistic, and constitutes a crime. These legal measures aim to protect victims and hold perpetrators accountable, reinforcing the commitment to combat violence against women in the U.K #UK #AI #Deepfake #laws #news #future #womanrights #tech #crime

News Update U.S. Lawmakers Renew Push for Deepfake Legislation U.S. lawmakers, led by Representative Joseph Morelle of New York, have reintroduced the Preventing Deepfakes of Intimate Images Act, seeking to make sharing fake nude images a federal crime. The legislation, originally authored in May 2023, proposes amendments to the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of 2022, focusing on protections against nonconsensual disclosure of digitally manipulated intimate images, commonly known as deepfakes. #ai #deepfake #congress #news https://lnkd.in/dMnn_GTm

🚨 San Francisco Takes Legal Action Against AI-Powered 'Undressing' Websites 🚨 The San Francisco City Attorney's Office is stepping up to protect individuals' privacy and well-being by filing a lawsuit against 16 AI-powered websites notorious for creating fake nude images. These platforms, which have already amassed over 200 million visits in the first few months of 2024, are being held accountable for violating laws against revenge pornography, deepfake pornography, and child pornography. City Attorney David Chiu is leading this charge, seeking to impose civil penalties and permanently shut down these harmful sites. This decisive action highlights the urgent need to address the dangers posed by rapidly advancing generative AI technology, which is increasingly being exploited for non-consensual and damaging purposes. By taking this stand, San Francisco aims to set a precedent for safeguarding individuals' rights in the digital age and ensure that those who misuse AI to exploit others face serious consequences. #PrivacyProtection #AIethics #LegalAction #SanFrancisco #DigitalRights #CyberSafety

👑 D𝒊𝒈𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒍 M𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒑𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏? Deepfakes? Nah. Selective Outrage. These are just edits, more subtle than "enhancements" I've seen ppl utilize on bumble! 🐝 Every family has the right to touch up their photos (𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩). Instead of criticizing the Royal Family, let's focus on supporting legislation in our own countries that establish clear laws to protect against the misuse of deepfakes. For instance, in the USA, the DEFIANCE Act is a federal bill that aims to protect victims of nonconsensual pornographic deepfakes by allowing them to sue those who create and distribute such content under certain circumstances. Introduced in January 2024 by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, the bill would become the first federal law to protect victims of deepfakes if passed. The Preventing Deepfakes of Intimate Images Act, which would criminalize the non-consensual sharing of #deepfakes, was introduced last May but remains in limbo. #generativeai #techlaw #aiethics #GuardrailsForAi

Have you ever heard of “Intimate Image Abuse?” Intimate image abuse is just one example of abuse via technology. Examples of this include: - Distributing or threatening to distribute sexual or intimate images of someone without their consent, also known as digital sexual assault or revenge porn - Hacking into someone’s online accounts or devices to steal personal images or information not intended for public sharing - Pressuring someone to send explicit images or sending sexually explicit emails, chats, texts, photos, videos or emojis that are unwelcome or unsolicited - Taking sexually explicit pictures or videos of someone without their consent There are several bills at various stages of progress in Congress that address these issues. These laws also address both unaltered images as well as those which have been created, adapted, modified, manipulated or altered. Image abuse is serious abuse. If you have been a victim of intimate image abuse, call the Sexual Violence Hotline at 800-656-4673. #intimateimageabuse #victimadvocacy #digitalabuse #domesticabuseawareness #consentmatters #writer #advocate

@followers because no one is telling #Barbie what she can or can not do. Law makers, elected officials, etc., 🤭#genai training of #EU #data first we will find whose contributing to pedophilia & human trafficking. Amen 🙏 "upload moderation" system of mass scanning of messages, including ones with links, photos, and videos

Understanding the New Legal Landscape: The Online Safety Act 2023. A significant development has emerged with the introduction of this Act, particularly concerning image-based sexual abuse. This new #legislation has amended the Sexual Offences Act 2003, introducing new offences to combat this digital-age issue more effectively. These new #offences extend to cover '#deepfakes', reflecting the need for #laws that keep pace with technological advancements. While this progress is commendable, the journey towards effectively countering image-based sexual abuse is ongoing. The charging rates for reported cases remain disconcertingly low. As we await further government action on AI, we're keen to see how this legislative approach will evolve in the fight against image-based sexual abuse. For a more detailed analysis of these changes, read Edmonds Marshall McMahon’s latest article, written by Carolina Cabral https://lnkd.in/erVAn3jT #UKlaw #Crime  #SexualOffencesAct #OnlineSafetyAct #ImageBasedAbuse #LegalInsights #Deepfake #AI #womeninlaw #privateprosecution

Protecting Women Online: Recognizing Cyber Violence (DeepFake content) as a Crime. In a recent proposal, the European Commission and Parliament have agreed to classify various forms of cyber violence as crimes. This includes the creation and dissemination of deepfake content, without consent, which aims to harm individuals, especially women. The proposed policy aims to combat revenge porn and other forms of online harassment targeting women. Actions such as cyberstalking, hateful comments towards women, and sending unsolicited explicit images will be recognized as criminal offenses. The Commission emphasizes the urgent need to address the spread of online violence and its detrimental effects. Additionally, the proposed measures intend to facilitate easier identification of cyber violence and provide support mechanisms for victims. Recent incidents, including the unauthorized use of singer Taylor Swift's likeness in pornographic deepfake images, have underscored the impact of such crimes. Social media platforms have temporarily suspended searches for the artist's name following the viral spread of these images. "These types of images are not just harmful to pop celebrities but are equally damaging to every woman, whether in the workplace or at home, who must prove that it was a deepfake," said Vera Jourova, Vice President of the European Commission. However, the proposed regulations await approval from representatives of EU member states before becoming law. Both the Council and the European Parliament are yet to finalize the legislation.If everything goes according to plan and the bill swiftly transforms into law, new rules will be implemented by EU states by 2027. #artificialintelligence #deepfake #generativeai #deeplearning #ethicalai

This incident highlights a deeply concerning intersection of technology and criminal behavior. The misuse of AI to generate child sexual exploitation material is not just a technological issue but a profound ethical and legal challenge. It's crucial for tech companies like Disney to collaborate closely with law enforcement to address such incidents proactively, ensuring that both the public and law enforcement are informed and can take necessary actions. The spike in AI-generated content of this nature underscores the urgent need for robust regulations and ethical guidelines around AI development and use. While technology offers incredible advancements, it also presents new avenues for abuse that we must be vigilant against. For parents and concerned individuals, this might indeed feel like a breach of safety in public spaces. However, it also calls for a broader societal response: Education and Awareness: Understanding how AI can be misused is the first step. Educating ourselves and our children about digital safety, privacy, and the risks associated with AI-generated content is paramount. Advocacy for Legislation: We need laws that keep pace with technology, ensuring that the creation, distribution, or possession of such material is met with severe legal consequences. Tech Industry Responsibility: Companies developing AI tools must implement stringent checks and balances. Perhaps there's a role for AI in detecting and preventing such misuse, turning the technology into part of the solution. Community Vigilance: While it's unsettling, being aware and reporting suspicious activities can help. Community watchfulness, not out of paranoia but out of care, can contribute to safety. This situation might make us feel less secure, but it also galvanizes us to demand better, safer technology and more robust legal frameworks. It's a reminder of the dual-edged nature of technological progress, urging us towards a more informed, proactive stance on digital ethics and child protection.