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The newly signed Take It Down Act criminalizes the publication of nonconsensual explicit images, whether real or AI-generated, and requires platforms to act on a victim’s takedown request within 48 hours to avoid liability. While the law is celebrated as a significant victory for victims, experts caution that its ambiguous language, insufficient verification standards, and stringent compliance timeframe may lead to potential overreach, censorship of legitimate content, and increased surveillance. These concerns highlight the need for careful implementation to balance victim protection with the safeguarding of free expression.
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