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In Guwahati, Assam, three students from two private schools used AI to create and circulate explicit deepfake images of at least 64 female students and teachers, leading to their suspension and a police investigation. The incident has raised serious concerns about privacy, safety, and digital abuse.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The event explicitly mentions the use of AI tools to generate deepfake images that have been circulated without consent, causing harm to the individuals depicted. This constitutes a violation of rights and harm to communities, fitting the definition of an AI Incident. The investigation and suspension of students involved further indicate that harm has materialized rather than being a potential risk. Therefore, this event is classified as an AI Incident.[AI generated]