UK to Criminalize Creation of Sexually Explicit Deepfakes

New legislation will target the creation and sharing of non-consensual intimate images, with offenders facing up to two years in prison.

The UK government has announced new laws making it a criminal offense to create sexually explicit deepfake images or videos without consent.
The measures will also criminalize taking intimate photos or videos without consent and installing equipment to facilitate such acts.
Offenders convicted under these new laws could face up to two years in prison, with additional penalties for causing distress or humiliation.
The legislation, part of the upcoming Crime and Policing Bill, aims to address the significant rise in intimate image abuse, particularly targeting women and girls.
Tech platforms hosting such content will face increased scrutiny and penalties, as the government seeks to curb the misuse of AI-driven technology.