Trump Signs “Take It Down Act” to Fight Deepfake Porn and Online Exploitation 👍🏻
The new Take It Down Act, signed by President Trump, makes it a federal crime to share non-consensual intimate images, including AI-generated deepfake porn, with intent to harm or harass. It applies to both adults and minors, targeting real and fake images shared without consent. Tech platforms must remove such content within 48 hours of a request. The law, backed by Melania Trump’s advocacy for online safety, especially for kids, passed with overwhelming bipartisan support in Congress. It’s a major step to tackle the growing issue of deepfake abuse and online exploitation.
This is a solid move. Deepfakes and non-consensual images are a real problem, especially with AI making it easier to create convincing fakes. The law’s focus on quick takedowns and criminal penalties feels like a practical way to protect people, especially kids, from online harm. Melania’s involvement adds a personal touch, and the bipartisan support shows it’s a no-brainer issue. My only worry is enforcement—tech companies can be slow or slippery about compliance, so I hope there’s enough muscle behind this to make it stick. Overall, it’s a step in the right direction for a digital world that’s getting wilder by the day.
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