In this article, we will analyze the deepfake laws and regulations that are being adopted globally, why they matter, and how new rules aim to protect society at large.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What are Deepfake Laws?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nA „deepfake law” isn’t a single rule. Rather, it’s a patchwork of legal frameworks designed to address specific harms caused by AI-generated synthetic media \u2013 visuals or audio manipulated to impersonate real people or events. The key harmful areas that the deepfake law targets are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Identity fraud<\/a> and likeness misuse <\/strong>\u2013 blocking the non-consensual use of a person’s image or voice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Misinformation and election interference <\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>mandating disclosure for AI content that could deceive voters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Non-consensual intimate imagery (NCII) <\/strong>\u2013 criminalizing the creation and sharing of sexual deepfakes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Put simply, these laws make it illegal to create or distribute AI-altered content with the intent to deceive or harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, back in 2019 Texas became the first US state<\/a> to prohibit the creation and distribution of deepfake videos intended to harm candidates for public office or influence elections. The law defines a \u201cdeep fake video\u201d as any video \u201ccreated with the intent to deceive, that appears to depict a real person performing an action that did not occur in reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\nIn a nutshell, deepfake laws require AI-created content to be labeled <\/strong>so people know it’s fake, by updating existing rules about fraud, harassment, and election tampering to cover digital fakes. It\u2019s important to note, though, that these laws try to stop harmful deepfakes while still protecting free speech: for example, jokes and parodies are usually allowed if it’s clear they’re not real.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy Deepfake Legislation Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"Deeepfake](\"https:\/\/ondato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/v01_2026-01_Deepfake_Laws_Figure-1.webp\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nSource<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe proliferation of convincing deepfakes<\/a>, as a new phenomenon, poses a new type of risk: it\u2019s more than just humanistic, it\u2019s existential, and relates to the way people perceive none other than truth itself. Unlike obvious photoshops or crude frauds, today\u2019s AI fakes can be scarily believable, threatening to erode the fundamental trust in what we see and hear.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLet\u2019s zoom in on the key concerns that the new deepfake regulations address:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Threats to democracy and trust<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSpewing misinformation and lies, deepfakes can sway public opinion or incite unrest. For example, a fabricated video of a political candidate making a scandalous statement, like declaring war, released just before an election, can cause irreversible damage. Without regulation, AI fakes might manipulate campaign messages or create false scandals that undermine free elections. In particular, deepfakes can irreversibly erode public trust in social media and the news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Targeted harassment and privacy abuses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nOne of the most widespread uses of deepfakes is to sexually exploit and harass women. Did you know that a staggering 96% of deepfake videos online are non-consensual porn<\/a> \u2013 nearly all featuring women as victims? This is a horrifying new form of gender-based abuse that uses AI to strip women of privacy and dignity.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMost of the time, for the sake of hype, the victims are celebrities and otherwise known personas. Yet, ordinary people can fall prey to this trend too and find it nearly impossible to get these fake explicit videos removed from the internet. That\u2019s why deepfake laws are crucial to give these victims legal recourse and to classify such acts clearly as crimes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Data protection regulators<\/a> note that a person\u2019s facial image or voiceprint is sensitive biometric data<\/a>, <\/strong>and using it in deepfakes may violate privacy laws without explicit consent.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCorporate exposure and financial scam<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nBusinesses face massive financial risks. According to Deloitte<\/a>, generative AI fraud in the US alone is expected to hit $40 billion by 2027<\/strong>. And the situation is grim everywhere else. For example, a Hong Kong-based company in 2024 lost a staggering $25 million when an employee was tricked by a deepfake voice of an executive into making 15 fraudulent transfers<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMore so, businesses can be exposed to brand impersonation. For example, a deepfake of a company\u2019s founder making false claims could tank stock prices or damage reputations overnight. For example, in May of 2023, an AI-generated fake photo <\/a>of an explosion at the Pentagon went viral and even caused a brief stock market dip.<\/p>\n\n\n\nUndermining national security<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nDeepfakes also pose a threat to countries\u2019 national security, because foreign adversaries can use them to spread malicious propaganda and confuse citizens. Because manipulated videos can be a potent weapon to stir social unrest or incite a diplomatic conflict, adopting laws and regulations is seen as a defense against such threats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Deepfake Laws in the United States<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"Geneative](\"https:\/\/ondato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/v01_2026-01_Deepfake_Laws_Figure-2.webp\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nSource<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe US approach is a patchwork of state-level laws, with federal efforts still evolving. As of mid-2025, over 45 states have enacted some form of deepfake legislation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tennessee replaced its Personal Rights Protection Act with the Ensuring Likeness, Voice and Image Security Act of 2024 (ELVIS Act<\/a>), which explicitly grants every individual a property right in the use of their name, photograph, voice, or likeness.<\/p>\n\n\n\nStates like California, Texas, Virginia, and New York have laws specifically targeting deepfakes in the context of elections and non-consensual pornography, often allowing civil lawsuits for damages and injunctive relief. In particular, these state laws dictate that a video qualifies as a prohibited deepfake if it is so realistic<\/em> that a reasonable person would believe it depicts the identifiable individual engaging in a sexual act.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhen it comes to federal laws, the TAKE IT DOWN Act <\/strong>(Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks Act) was enacted on May 19, 2025<\/a>, after President Trump signed it into law. The Act criminalizes the knowing publication or threat to publish NCII, including both authentic and AI-generated deepfakes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nCrucially, the Take It Down Act requires covered online platforms, including social media, to establish a process for victims to report NCII and remove the content within 48 hours of a valid notice. Enforcement is handled by the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTCA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are also a few active federal law proposals that are considered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- The DEEPFAKES<\/a> Accountability Act<\/a><\/strong> aims to protect national security against the threats posed by deepfake technology and to provide legal recourse to victims of harmful deepfakes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The DEFIANCE Act <\/strong><\/a>(Disrupt Explicit Forged Images and Non-consensual Edits) and the Protect Elections from Deceptive AI Act<\/strong> aim to create a federal civil cause of action for victims of sexual deepfakes and ban deceptive election-related deepfakes, respectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The AI Labeling Act<\/strong><\/a> aims to require a clear disclosure whenever content is AI-generated, i.e., compelling developers of generative AI (and those who publish AI content) to include obvious labels or watermarks on AI-created images, videos, deepfake audio, and even chat interactions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Deepfake Regulations in the European Union<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe European Union is tackling AI and deepfakes through multiple laws rather than one single regulation. The EU uses the AI Act, Digital Services Act, and GDPR to create a comprehensive approach focused on transparency and accountability for AI-generated content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The EU AI Act<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThis regulation came into force in mid-2025, and it\u2019s central to the EU’s strategy. The Act<\/a> imposes a binding transparency requirement (Article 50), requiring deployers(users) of AI systems that generate deepfakes to disclose (label) that the content has been artificially generated or manipulated. And the fines for serious violations can reach up to 6% of a company’s global turnover<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor example, if a company uses an AI voice clone of a celebrity to narrate an advertisement, they must clearly state that the audio is synthetic. However, there are exceptions for evidently artistic, creative, satirical, or fictional content, allowing for a balance between freedom of expression and the need for regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Digital Services Act (DSA)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe DSA<\/a> fights deepfakes by making platforms accountable for harmful content. Major platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and X must identify and reduce „systemic risks”, including fake news and manipulated media, especially during elections. This law doesn’t require labeling every deepfake (the AI Act handles that), but it forces platforms to notify users, quickly remove illegal deepfakes, and adjust algorithms to stop deepfakes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nPlatforms face large fines if they don’t promptly remove illegal deepfakes like defamation or hate speech. The DSA also includes a voluntary Code of Practice where platforms agree to label deepfakes and work with fact-checkers. Overall, the DSA makes both creators and platforms handle deepfakes responsibly through labeling, moderation, and risk checks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
GDPR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nEven though the EU’s GDPR<\/a> doesn’t specifically mention deepfakes, it still offers important protections. When a deepfake uses someone’s face or voice, that counts as sensitive personal data under GDPR. Using this data without consent, like creating a sexual deepfake, violates GDPR’s privacy rules. EU citizens can use GDPR’s „right to erasure” to demand the removal of unauthorized deepfakes showing them. Companies that misuse someone’s likeness for AI can face GDPR fines. So, while GDPR isn’t a deepfake law, it gives Europeans privacy rights to combat harmful deepfakes by treating them as a misuse of personal data.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDeepfake Rules in the United Kingdom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nNaturally, the post-Brexit UK is not under the EU regulations, but it has been developing its own approach to deepfakes through both new laws and regulatory guidance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Online Safety Act (OSA)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe OSA<\/a> targets harmful AI-generated content and deepfakes in particular by criminalizing non-consensual deepfake pornography, with penalties up to 2 years in prison. It requires social media platforms to assess deepfake risks, proactively protect users, and prevent harmful synthetic content from spreading, like fake threats or otherwise misleading content. Platforms and websites that fail to comply face fines up to \u00a318 million or 10% of global revenue and could even be blocked in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\nICO (Information Commissioner\u2019s Office) guidance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe UK’s data regulator (ICO<\/a>) treats deepfakes as a privacy issue under the UK’s GDPR. Using someone’s image or voice in a deepfake without consent likely violates data protection laws on fairness and accuracy. The ICO has published AI governance guidance and is consulting on Generative AI rules. The UK is also developing a voluntary AI Code of Practice encouraging labeling and watermarking of AI-generated content.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOverall, the UK emphasizes safety by design, requiring platforms to adopt deepfake detection and user-reporting tools while ensuring AI respects privacy and accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Deepfake Legislation in Asia-Pacific<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"in](\"https:\/\/ondato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/v01_2026-01_Deepfake_Laws_Figure-3.webp\")
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The APAC region features some of the most stringent and technically prescriptive deepfake regulations globally. The laws in this region prioritize government control and content traceability.<\/p>\n\n\n\nChina<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe country’s 'deep synthesis” regulations require that AI-content, like deepfake images and video, be clearly labeled with watermarks. The rules also forbid the use of deepfakes for illicit purposes such as fraud or economic disruption. Platforms must verify users’ real identities to prevent anonymous misuse. Deepfakes that harm national security or reputation are banned, with penalties including fines and detention. China’s approach is strict, focusing on controlling misinformation while requiring content moderation and labeling of all AI output.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Singapore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSingapore uses two laws to fight deepfakes. First, the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) forces platforms to label or remove false deepfake content, especially regarding elections or security, with fines up to $1 million for non-compliance. Second is Singapore’s Penal Code of 2020 amendments that criminalized \u201csynthetic intimate images\u201d, i.e. non-consensual deepfake porn, with penalties up to two years imprisonment and fines. Together, these laws address both public harms (fake news) and individual harms (pornographic deepfakes).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
South Korea <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nAfter a recent surge in deepfake pornography, South Korea strengthened deepfake porn laws in 2023, raising maximum prison sentences from five to seven years. Uniquely, even possessing or watching non-consensual deepfake porn is illegal (up to three years in jail or \u20a930 million fine). The law includes mandatory minimums: one year for blackmail using deepfakes, three years for creating sexual deepfakes for distribution. The government must also help victims remove deepfake content online. South Korea has one of the world’s toughest approaches, treating deepfake porn as a serious digital sex crime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To sum up, the Asia-Pacific legislation has a two-pronged strategy. First, strong criminalization of deepfake sexual exploitation to protect individual victims. Second, regulation of AI misinformation to protect societal interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Deepfake Governance in Other Regions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/ondato.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/v01_2026-01_Deepfake_Laws_Figure-4.webp\")
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Put simply, these laws make it illegal to create or distribute AI-altered content with the intent to deceive or harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, back in 2019 Texas became the first US state<\/a> to prohibit the creation and distribution of deepfake videos intended to harm candidates for public office or influence elections. The law defines a \u201cdeep fake video\u201d as any video \u201ccreated with the intent to deceive, that appears to depict a real person performing an action that did not occur in reality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n In a nutshell, deepfake laws require AI-created content to be labeled <\/strong>so people know it’s fake, by updating existing rules about fraud, harassment, and election tampering to cover digital fakes. It\u2019s important to note, though, that these laws try to stop harmful deepfakes while still protecting free speech: for example, jokes and parodies are usually allowed if it’s clear they’re not real.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The proliferation of convincing deepfakes<\/a>, as a new phenomenon, poses a new type of risk: it\u2019s more than just humanistic, it\u2019s existential, and relates to the way people perceive none other than truth itself. Unlike obvious photoshops or crude frauds, today\u2019s AI fakes can be scarily believable, threatening to erode the fundamental trust in what we see and hear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let\u2019s zoom in on the key concerns that the new deepfake regulations address:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Threats to democracy and trust<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Spewing misinformation and lies, deepfakes can sway public opinion or incite unrest. For example, a fabricated video of a political candidate making a scandalous statement, like declaring war, released just before an election, can cause irreversible damage. Without regulation, AI fakes might manipulate campaign messages or create false scandals that undermine free elections. In particular, deepfakes can irreversibly erode public trust in social media and the news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Targeted harassment and privacy abuses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the most widespread uses of deepfakes is to sexually exploit and harass women. Did you know that a staggering 96% of deepfake videos online are non-consensual porn<\/a> \u2013 nearly all featuring women as victims? This is a horrifying new form of gender-based abuse that uses AI to strip women of privacy and dignity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most of the time, for the sake of hype, the victims are celebrities and otherwise known personas. Yet, ordinary people can fall prey to this trend too and find it nearly impossible to get these fake explicit videos removed from the internet. That\u2019s why deepfake laws are crucial to give these victims legal recourse and to classify such acts clearly as crimes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Data protection regulators<\/a> note that a person\u2019s facial image or voiceprint is sensitive biometric data<\/a>, <\/strong>and using it in deepfakes may violate privacy laws without explicit consent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Corporate exposure and financial scam<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Businesses face massive financial risks. According to Deloitte<\/a>, generative AI fraud in the US alone is expected to hit $40 billion by 2027<\/strong>. And the situation is grim everywhere else. For example, a Hong Kong-based company in 2024 lost a staggering $25 million when an employee was tricked by a deepfake voice of an executive into making 15 fraudulent transfers<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More so, businesses can be exposed to brand impersonation. For example, a deepfake of a company\u2019s founder making false claims could tank stock prices or damage reputations overnight. For example, in May of 2023, an AI-generated fake photo <\/a>of an explosion at the Pentagon went viral and even caused a brief stock market dip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Undermining national security<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Deepfakes also pose a threat to countries\u2019 national security, because foreign adversaries can use them to spread malicious propaganda and confuse citizens. Because manipulated videos can be a potent weapon to stir social unrest or incite a diplomatic conflict, adopting laws and regulations is seen as a defense against such threats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Source<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The US approach is a patchwork of state-level laws, with federal efforts still evolving. As of mid-2025, over 45 states have enacted some form of deepfake legislation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tennessee replaced its Personal Rights Protection Act with the Ensuring Likeness, Voice and Image Security Act of 2024 (ELVIS Act<\/a>), which explicitly grants every individual a property right in the use of their name, photograph, voice, or likeness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n States like California, Texas, Virginia, and New York have laws specifically targeting deepfakes in the context of elections and non-consensual pornography, often allowing civil lawsuits for damages and injunctive relief. In particular, these state laws dictate that a video qualifies as a prohibited deepfake if it is so realistic<\/em> that a reasonable person would believe it depicts the identifiable individual engaging in a sexual act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to federal laws, the TAKE IT DOWN Act <\/strong>(Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks Act) was enacted on May 19, 2025<\/a>, after President Trump signed it into law. The Act criminalizes the knowing publication or threat to publish NCII, including both authentic and AI-generated deepfakes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Crucially, the Take It Down Act requires covered online platforms, including social media, to establish a process for victims to report NCII and remove the content within 48 hours of a valid notice. Enforcement is handled by the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTCA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are also a few active federal law proposals that are considered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The European Union is tackling AI and deepfakes through multiple laws rather than one single regulation. The EU uses the AI Act, Digital Services Act, and GDPR to create a comprehensive approach focused on transparency and accountability for AI-generated content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The EU AI Act<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This regulation came into force in mid-2025, and it\u2019s central to the EU’s strategy. The Act<\/a> imposes a binding transparency requirement (Article 50), requiring deployers(users) of AI systems that generate deepfakes to disclose (label) that the content has been artificially generated or manipulated. And the fines for serious violations can reach up to 6% of a company’s global turnover<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, if a company uses an AI voice clone of a celebrity to narrate an advertisement, they must clearly state that the audio is synthetic. However, there are exceptions for evidently artistic, creative, satirical, or fictional content, allowing for a balance between freedom of expression and the need for regulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Digital Services Act (DSA)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The DSA<\/a> fights deepfakes by making platforms accountable for harmful content. Major platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and X must identify and reduce „systemic risks”, including fake news and manipulated media, especially during elections. This law doesn’t require labeling every deepfake (the AI Act handles that), but it forces platforms to notify users, quickly remove illegal deepfakes, and adjust algorithms to stop deepfakes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Platforms face large fines if they don’t promptly remove illegal deepfakes like defamation or hate speech. The DSA also includes a voluntary Code of Practice where platforms agree to label deepfakes and work with fact-checkers. Overall, the DSA makes both creators and platforms handle deepfakes responsibly through labeling, moderation, and risk checks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n GDPR<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Even though the EU’s GDPR<\/a> doesn’t specifically mention deepfakes, it still offers important protections. When a deepfake uses someone’s face or voice, that counts as sensitive personal data under GDPR. Using this data without consent, like creating a sexual deepfake, violates GDPR’s privacy rules. EU citizens can use GDPR’s „right to erasure” to demand the removal of unauthorized deepfakes showing them. Companies that misuse someone’s likeness for AI can face GDPR fines. So, while GDPR isn’t a deepfake law, it gives Europeans privacy rights to combat harmful deepfakes by treating them as a misuse of personal data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Naturally, the post-Brexit UK is not under the EU regulations, but it has been developing its own approach to deepfakes through both new laws and regulatory guidance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Online Safety Act (OSA)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The OSA<\/a> targets harmful AI-generated content and deepfakes in particular by criminalizing non-consensual deepfake pornography, with penalties up to 2 years in prison. It requires social media platforms to assess deepfake risks, proactively protect users, and prevent harmful synthetic content from spreading, like fake threats or otherwise misleading content. Platforms and websites that fail to comply face fines up to \u00a318 million or 10% of global revenue and could even be blocked in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ICO (Information Commissioner\u2019s Office) guidance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The UK’s data regulator (ICO<\/a>) treats deepfakes as a privacy issue under the UK’s GDPR. Using someone’s image or voice in a deepfake without consent likely violates data protection laws on fairness and accuracy. The ICO has published AI governance guidance and is consulting on Generative AI rules. The UK is also developing a voluntary AI Code of Practice encouraging labeling and watermarking of AI-generated content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Overall, the UK emphasizes safety by design, requiring platforms to adopt deepfake detection and user-reporting tools while ensuring AI respects privacy and accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Source<\/em><\/a> China<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The country’s 'deep synthesis” regulations require that AI-content, like deepfake images and video, be clearly labeled with watermarks. The rules also forbid the use of deepfakes for illicit purposes such as fraud or economic disruption. Platforms must verify users’ real identities to prevent anonymous misuse. Deepfakes that harm national security or reputation are banned, with penalties including fines and detention. China’s approach is strict, focusing on controlling misinformation while requiring content moderation and labeling of all AI output.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Singapore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Singapore uses two laws to fight deepfakes. First, the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) forces platforms to label or remove false deepfake content, especially regarding elections or security, with fines up to $1 million for non-compliance. Second is Singapore’s Penal Code of 2020 amendments that criminalized \u201csynthetic intimate images\u201d, i.e. non-consensual deepfake porn, with penalties up to two years imprisonment and fines. Together, these laws address both public harms (fake news) and individual harms (pornographic deepfakes).<\/p>\n\n\n\n South Korea <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n After a recent surge in deepfake pornography, South Korea strengthened deepfake porn laws in 2023, raising maximum prison sentences from five to seven years. Uniquely, even possessing or watching non-consensual deepfake porn is illegal (up to three years in jail or \u20a930 million fine). The law includes mandatory minimums: one year for blackmail using deepfakes, three years for creating sexual deepfakes for distribution. The government must also help victims remove deepfake content online. South Korea has one of the world’s toughest approaches, treating deepfake porn as a serious digital sex crime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To sum up, the Asia-Pacific legislation has a two-pronged strategy. First, strong criminalization of deepfake sexual exploitation to protect individual victims. Second, regulation of AI misinformation to protect societal interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy Deepfake Legislation Matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nDeepfake Laws in the United States<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Deepfake Regulations in the European Union<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Deepfake Rules in the United Kingdom<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Deepfake Legislation in Asia-Pacific<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The APAC region features some of the most stringent and technically prescriptive deepfake regulations globally. The laws in this region prioritize government control and content traceability.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDeepfake Governance in Other Regions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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