From Security, Spoken: Deepfake Porn Is Out of Control
Jun 2, 2024
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Exploring the alarming rise of non-consensual deepfake porn, fueled by AI advancements. Global concerns over the proliferation of deepfake videos targeting women and celebrities. Lack of regulations and education exacerbating mental health impact on victims.
Deepfake porn poses significant mental health risks to victims.
Global search engines contribute to the widespread dissemination of non-consensual deepfake content.
Deep dives
Proliferation of Non-consensual Deepfake Pornography
The episode highlights the alarming rise of non-consensual deepfake porn videos, with a significant increase in uploads and views. Researchers discovered over 244,000 videos on top websites dedicated to hosting such content, a 54% increase from the previous year. The issue extends beyond pornographic videos, encompassing manipulated imagery and apps that target individuals, especially women, without their consent.
Global Accessibility of Deepfake Content
The ease of access to deepfake videos through search engines poses a global challenge, with prominent placement in search results across various countries. Celebrities and individuals in the public eye are frequent targets for these videos. The proliferation of generative AI tools and the quality improvement of deepfake content contribute to the widespread dissemination of harmful imagery.
Impact on Victims and Calls for Action
The dissemination of non-consensual deepfake content has severe consequences on victims, leading to mental health issues, anxiety, and privacy violations. Efforts to combat the spread of deepfake content include legal measures, education on technology, and actions by online platforms and search engines to prevent access to harmful material. Experts emphasize the importance of enacting laws, enhancing education, and implementing safeguards to protect individuals from the detrimental effects of non-consensual deepfake content.
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New research shows the number of deepfake videos is skyrocketing—and the world's biggest search engines are funneling clicks to dozens of sites dedicated to the nonconsensual fakes.