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deepfakes
Technology Bombay High Court to Hear Gadkari's Suit Against Meta, X, Google Over Deepfakes on August 5
The Bombay High Court has scheduled August 5 for hearing Union Minister Nitin Gadkari's civil suit against Meta, X Corp, Google LLC and unknown persons over defamatory deepfakes and AI-generated posts. Gadkari alleges the fake content falsely portrays him as personally responsible for the ethanol-blending programme and claims financial benefit to him and his family, causing irreparable harm to his reputation and personality rights.
YouTube and X Act as Gateways to Nudify Apps, New Report Finds
A report from the Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD) reveals that YouTube and X are the top referral sources for nudify apps, collectively driving over 3 million visits. The findings highlight enforcement gaps in platform policies against nonconsensual intimate imagery.
Technology AI-Generated Erling Haaland Deepfake Goes Viral at World Cup, Raising Questions for Digital Brand Management
A deepfake video of Erling Haaland went viral during the 2026 World Cup, amassing over 31 million views. The incident highlights how AI-generated content is reshaping sports fandom and brand management, with Gen Z increasingly engaging with athletes as characters rather than real people.
Study Finds Gender Differences in AI Literacy and Deepfake Engagement Among Australian Students
A study of 199 Australian secondary students found significant gender differences in baseline AI literacy, deepfake engagement, and STEM career aspirations. Male students reported higher STEM career interest, while female students were more likely to use AI for schoolwork and seek advice from AI tools. A one-day AI literacy workshop improved knowledge for both genders, with females showing broader gains including increased confidence and career interest in AI and computer science.
Technology Surge in AI-Powered Scams Hits UK: 4.1 Million Fraud Cases, £1.3bn Stolen in 2025
UK Finance's annual report reveals 4.1 million fraud cases in 2025, up 11% year-on-year, with losses of £1.3bn. Criminals increasingly use artificial intelligence to mimic voices and create fake profiles, targeting victims via social media and dating apps. Banks urge tech companies to strengthen platform security and monitoring.
Technology Grok Deepfake Risks Persist: Enterprise AI Governance Lessons from xAI's Content
Despite promises of restrictions, Elon Musk's Grok chatbot still hosts nonconsensual explicit deepfakes of celebrities and politicians, according to a WIRED investigation. The findings highlight critical AI governance risks for enterprises, as SpaceX sets aside $530 million for legal complaints, including those linked to Grok.