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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

Denmark seeks to make it illegal to spread deepfake images, citing concern about misinformation

Denmark-Deepfakes - (ASSOCIATED PRESS)

Denmark is taking steps toward enacting a ban on the use of “deepfake” imagery online, saying such digital manipulations can stir doubts about reality and foster misinformation.

The government said in a statement published Thursday that a “broad cross section” of parties in parliament support greater protections against deepfakes and a planned bill is expected to make it illegal to share them or other digital imitations of personal characteristics.

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