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July 3, 2026

Cate Blanchett Launches EU Tool to Control AI Use of Personal Likeness

Cate Blanchett launched a voluntary EU tool allowing people to control AI use of their likeness, supporting consent and rights under evolving AI and data protection laws.

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July 15, 2024

Spanish Court Sentences Minors for AI-Generated Nude Images

Spanish youth court sentences minors for spreading AI-generated nude images, raising concerns about the misuse of AI for harassment and the importance of stricter regulations and education on responsible technology use.

A man in a hoodie stands in a dimly lit room, singing into a microphone. The background features a grid-like structure with soft, glowing lights. The atmosphere is moody, with a focus on the performer's expression as he engages with the music.

February 1, 2023

AI-Generated Voice Firm Clamps Down After 4chan Makes Celebrity Voices for Abuse

4chan members used ElevenLabs to make deepfake voices of Emma Watson, Joe Rogan, and others saying racist, transphobic, and violent things.

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March 9, 2021

Study warns deepfakes can fool facial recognition

In a new study, researchers find that commercial facial recognition APIs can be easily fooled by deepfakes.

A man with short hair and a slight smile is facing forward. There is a digital overlay on his face displaying facial recognition features, with lines and points marking facial geometry. To the left, the word "PROCESSING" is shown above a progress bar. The background is blurred.

January 29, 2021

Deepfakes Expose Cracks in Virtual ID Verification

The emergence of free, powerful, and easy-to-use deepfake applications has given rise to a new, viable attack vector.

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AI-Generated Voice Firm Clamps Down After 4chan Makes Celebrity Voices for Abuse

Study warns deepfakes can fool facial recognition

Deepfakes Expose Cracks in Virtual ID Verification

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