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Around 60 female Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have been targeted by non-consensual, AI-generated deepfake pornographic images published online. The incident, denounced by Parliament President Roberta Metsola, highlights the use of AI to perpetrate digital violence and harassment against women in politics, prompting calls for stronger legal protections.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The event explicitly involves AI-generated deepfake pornography, which is a clear example of AI misuse causing harm. The harm includes violations of personal rights, emotional and reputational damage, and intimidation, fitting the definition of an AI Incident under violations of human rights and harm to communities. The AI system's use in creating and distributing this content is central to the harm. The article also discusses legislative and governance responses, but the primary focus is on the realized harm caused by AI-generated content.[AI generated]