The rise of deepfake pornography in schools: ‘One girl was so horrified she vomited’
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- The prevalence of 'nudify' apps among students has led to alarming incidents, including a case where a teenage boy used such an app to alter an image of a girl from a neighboring school, causing distress among peers. Reports indicate that many teachers have encountered similar instances, highlighting a growing trend in deepfake pornography within educational settings.
- This development raises significant concerns for educational institutions, as the normalization of such behavior among students reflects a troubling shift in attitudes towards consent and privacy. The emotional impact on victims, as evidenced by one girl's extreme reaction, underscores the urgent need for intervention and education on digital ethics.
- The issue of deepfake pornography extends beyond schools, reflecting broader societal challenges regarding consent and the misuse of technology. A recent survey revealed that a notable portion of the population is unconcerned about the creation and sharing of sexual deepfakes without consent, raising alarms about the implications for violence against women and girls and the responsibilities of technology companies in addressing these issues.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
