The European Commission announced that it is considering criminalising artificial intelligence (AI)-generated imagery and deepfake portraying child sexual abuse (CSA), stated Cointelegraph. This initiative is believed to update laws in response to technological advancements.
Sources revealed that the proposal includes introducing a new criminal offense for live-streaming child sexual abuse. It also seeks to criminalise the possession and exchange of “pedophile manuals.” The proposal also mentions AI chatbots used for child abuse, added Cointelegraph.
It is believed that the commission aims to update 2011 rules with the proposal, suggesting changes to mandatory reporting of offenses. These measures can help at preventing child sexual abuse, enhancing online risk awareness, facilitating crime reporting for victims and providing support, including the right to financial compensation.
However, the final form of the proposals is expected to be decided by the European Parliament and the European Council. The proposal would come into effect 20 days after publication in the Official Journal of the EU, concluded Cointelegraph.
(With insights from Cointelegraph)
