‘I don’t take no for an answer’: how a small group of women changed the law on deepfake porn
PositiveTechnology
- A small group of women successfully advocated for the new Data (Use and Access) Act, which criminalizes intimate image abuse, marking a significant legislative victory in the fight against deepfake pornography. This law aims to protect individuals from the unauthorized use of their images in harmful contexts, addressing a growing concern in the digital age.
- The enactment of this law represents a crucial step forward for survivors of deepfake image-based abuse, providing them with legal recourse and recognition of their suffering. It empowers victims like Jodie, who have faced severe emotional distress due to the misuse of their images online.
- This legislative change highlights the urgent need for stronger protections against online harassment and abuse, particularly as incidents of deepfake pornography and related technologies continue to rise. The broader implications of this law resonate with ongoing discussions about the responsibilities of social media platforms and the necessity for regulatory frameworks to combat misogynistic abuse and protect vulnerable populations.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
