Sadiq Khan Calls for New Legislation on AI Deepfakes After Fake Clip Sparks Controversy

The London Mayor criticizes current laws as inadequate after a deepfake audio nearly leads to 'serious disorder', highlighting the need for regulatory measures.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan warns of the dangers of AI-generated deepfake audio after a fake clip nearly caused 'serious disorder'.
The deepfake audio, imitating Khan, disparaged Remembrance weekend and prioritized pro-Palestinian marches, spreading rapidly online.
Khan criticizes the current legislation as 'not fit for purpose', highlighting the lack of consequences for the creator of the deepfake.
Social media platforms and the Metropolitan Police investigated the clip, but no criminal offence was found.
Khan calls for new laws to regulate AI deepfakes and protect democracy from the misuse of technology.