The Threat of Deepfake Porn in the AI Race

Experts warn that the development of generative AI tools could worsen the problem of nonconsensual deepfake pornography, which primarily harms women. Deepfakes are videos and images that have been digitally created or altered with artificial intelligence or machine learning. The problem grew as it became easier to make sophisticated and visually compelling deepfakes. Some AI models are already curbing access to explicit images, and some social media companies have tightened their rules to better protect their platforms against harmful materials. However, keeping deepfakes off requires diligence, and a global solution is needed to control the problem.