Creating deepfake pornography becomes a criminal offense in the UK

Meta's Oversight Board is reviewing Meta Platforms' deepfake porn policies following the sharing of lewd images of Taylor Swift on X, specifically on Instagram and Facebook. Separately, the UK government is planning to criminalize the creation of sexually explicit deepfake content in England and Wales. Convicted individuals could face jail time or an unlimited fine under this proposed law. Deepfakes refer to manipulated media that give the impression someone has done something they have not. The UK aims to tackle violence against women with this legislation, and creating such images without consent, even if not shared, will result in prosecution.