European Lawmakers Targeted by Deepfake Porn

A recent study by Agora Digitale Transformation found that at least 50 European lawmakers have been targeted by deepfake pornographic images, with 46 of them being women. This is a significant imbalance in the number of men and women targeted by such images. The study found that the technology is not just used for random image manipulation, but can be used as a tool for systematic harassment and intimidation of women in public life. The images are often created using publicly available photos or photos from public events, and the perpetrators do not need access to the victims’ private photos. This means that many women, not just politicians and public figures, are potentially at risk. The study highlights the need for effective measures to prevent the spread of such images and to protect the victims’ rights and dignity. European lawmakers are calling for a ban on apps and online services that use AI to create fake images, and for effective measures to be put in place to enforce the ban. The ban is set to come into effect on December 2nd, but the lawmakers are warning that the law alone will not be enough to prevent the spread of deepfakes. The real challenge lies in ensuring that the authorities have the necessary tools to enforce the ban and to protect the victims.