
Starmer Threatens To Ban X Over Deepfakes
The UK could block Brits from using X unless it removes generative AI functions that can create pornographic images.

The UK could block Brits from using X unless it removes generative AI functions that can create pornographic images.

Security agencies warn that cheap and widely available Artificial Intelligence tools are facilitating the spread of disinformation by militant and terrorist organisations.

Meloni’s comprehensive legislation aims to punish harmful AI use—such as deepfakes—while supporting domestic innovation.

They are the first country in Europe to combat this issue which is getting more concerning as AI is being developed at a rapid pace.

The law would punish illegal AI-generated content distribution with up to five years in prison.