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In Portugal, adolescents aged 12 to 16 have used AI applications to generate and distribute fake nude images of classmates, often sharing them in school WhatsApp groups. Authorities report these actions as criminal offenses, including child pornography, leading to legal investigations and convictions. Schools frequently report such incidents.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The article explicitly states that AI applications are used to create fake nude images of minors, which are then shared and cause significant harm including violations of privacy, sexual exploitation, and psychological harm. The harm is realized and has led to criminal investigations and convictions, fulfilling the criteria for an AI Incident. The AI system's use is central to the harm, as it enables the creation of realistic but fake images that constitute child pornography and facilitate coercion and harassment. This is a clear case of AI use leading directly to harm to individuals and communities, including violations of rights and psychological injury.[AI generated]