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Britain is set to become the first country to criminalize AI-generated child sexual abuse material, introducing new offenses to combat the rise of explicit deepfake content. Under upcoming legislation in the Crime and Policing Bill, individuals who use AI tools to create, distribute, or possess such material will face prosecution.
Currently, possessing, making, or sharing explicit images of children is illegal in England and Wales. However, the rapid advancement of AI has enabled online predators to manipulate real-life images, leading to a fivefold increase in reports of AI-generated child abuse content in 2024, according to the Internet Watch Foundation.
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasized the urgency of tackling online abuse, stating that predators often escalate to real-world crimes. The government aims to close loopholes that allow offenders to exploit AI technology for illegal activities, including using deepfake tools to blackmail victims.
The new laws will also criminalize the possession of AI-generated "paedophile manuals," which provide instructions for using technology to create child abuse material. Additionally, those running websites distributing such content will face legal action. Authorities will be granted greater powers to unlock digital devices for investigation.
Earlier this month, Britain also announced a ban on AI-generated sexually explicit deepfakes, reinforcing its stance against harmful online content. By strengthening legal protections against AI-driven crimes, the UK is taking a global lead in addressing emerging threats in the digital age.
