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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has strongly criticized the online sharing of sexualized AI-generated deepfake images of herself. She warned that such manipulated content can deceive and harm anyone, urging people to 'think before sharing.'
Taylor Swift has filed to trademark her voice and likeness to protect against misuse by artificial intelligence. This action aims to combat the creation of AI deepfakes and unauthorized use of her identity.
Elon Musk failed to appear before French prosecutors who had summoned him for questioning as part of an investigation into alleged misconduct on his X platform, including issues related to deepfakes and child pornography. The US has also expressed concerns about the French probe.
Experts express worry over the potential for AI deepfakes to confuse and deceive voters during the 2026 U.S. midterm election campaigns, blurring the lines of reality.
As AI becomes more accessible, podcasters, TikTokers, and other creators are increasingly finding AI-generated replicas of themselves promoting companies they don't endorse, leading them to fight back against this 'personality theft'.
EU tech regulators and national watchdogs are currently investigating Grok’s sexualised AI deepfakes
Meta's Oversight Board has criticized the social media giant for its weak AI deepfake detection and labeling, particularly in the context of the ongoing Middle East conflict, urging the company to re-evaluate its policies during wartime scenarios.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has cautioned residents against syndicates using AI deepfakes to exploit the Bantuan Kasih Johor aid program, urging vigilance against such scams.
Ireland's Data Protection Commission has launched a large-scale inquiry into Elon Musk's X, investigating its AI chatbot Grok's handling of sensitive user data for generating non-consensual sexual photos. This follows similar investigations and raids in France and the UK, all examining X's compliance with data protection regulations and its efforts to prevent harmful content generation.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has addressed the circulation of viral AI-generated deepfake images of herself in lingerie. She used one such image to warn the public about the dangers and deceptive nature of artificial intelligence.
Taylor Swift has reportedly filed to trademark her voice and likeness in an effort to combat the proliferation of AI-generated deepfakes. This legal move highlights growing concerns among celebrities about AI misuse.
The UK's Electoral Commission has introduced a new scheme aimed at tackling the growing threat of AI deepfakes ahead of upcoming local elections, warning of the technology's increasing sophistication and accessibility.
Artificial intelligence deepfakes are anticipated to significantly blur reality and influence the upcoming 2026 US midterm election campaigns, raising concerns about misinformation.
Gautam Gambhir has taken legal action, moving court over the misuse of his image and persona through AI deepfakes, naming multiple social media accounts and platforms.
Justice Lenaola has called for law schools to hire former judges, while also expressing concerns about the potential impact of AI-driven 'deepfakes' on political contests.
The AI deepfakes used in the film became a polarizing topic of discussion among fans.
The Gujarat High Court has issued a notice on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a crackdown on AI deepfakes targeting constitutional authorities, emphasizing the need to safeguard public trust.
Taylor Swift is among several celebrities increasingly using trademark law to protect their personal attributes, such as their voice, against AI deepfakes.
Taylor Swift has reportedly filed to trademark her voice and likeness, a move aimed at protecting her identity from potential misuse by AI deepfake technology.
Princess Elisabeth, the heir to the Belgian throne, has become a victim of 'deepfakes,' with artificial intelligence being used to sexualize images of princesses on social media.
Campaigns are deploying realistic 'deepfake' advertisements ahead of the November 2026 US midterm elections, blurring the lines of reality with AI-generated videos.
Nearly one in four Americans have been affected by tax scams, with new rules and the rise of AI deepfakes adding to filer confusion, prompting warnings about common traps.
AI-generated videos depicting scenes from the Middle East war, such as captured American troops and ruined cities, are widely circulating on Elon Musk's X, highlighting the challenge of deepfake proliferation despite new platform policies.
Last month, the Federal Trade Commission warned that it has seen a “big wave” of phone scams in which fraudsters claim to be from the IRS.
Reports indicate a rise in digital blackface and AI-generated deepfakes, often modeled on Black archetypes, which are being used for smears and misinformation, including by the White House.