Legislation criminalises publishing of intimate images, including AI-created ‘deepfakes’, without a person’s consent.
President Donald Trump has signed the Take It Down Act, making it a federal crime to publish intimate images without consent, including AI-generated deepfakes. The law requires social media platforms to remove such content within 48 hours upon victim request, receiving bipartisan support but facing criticism from digital rights groups over potential free expression and privacy concerns. Critics warn that the rapid removal requirements may lead to wrongful censorship of lawful content, impacting smaller online service providers.