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Australia AI deepfake bill loophole could shield predators

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Legislation proposed in Australia's state parliament could create a loophole where individuals using AI to generate non-consensual sexually explicit media face a maximum sentence of only three years. This is due to concerns that the current draft of the bill may not adequately address the specific harms caused by AI-generated deepfakes, potentially allowing perpetrators to receive lighter sentences than those for traditional image-based abuse. AI

IMPACT Potential for AI-generated deepfakes to be inadequately regulated, impacting safety and legal recourse for victims.

RANK_REASON Significant policy development concerning AI-generated deepfakes and potential legal loopholes. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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Australia AI deepfake bill loophole could shield predators

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    AI deepfake legislation loophole could see predators escape harsher sentences By Alex Brewster Legislation introduced to state parliament last month would see t

    AI deepfake legislation loophole could see predators escape harsher sentences By Alex Brewster Legislation introduced to state parliament last month would see the creation of non-consensual sexually explicit media through artificial intelligence attract a maximum three-year sente…

    LINKS abc.net.au/…/107374620

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