Denmark’s Ministry of Culture has introduced a new bill aimed at
protecting citizens’ images and voices through copyright laws,
Azernews reports.
This legislation will represent a significant step in combating
deepfake technologies. The proposed law prohibits the use of an
individual’s likeness or voice without their consent and grants the
right to seek compensation in such cases. The law will not apply to
satire or parodies but will specifically ban the use of deepfakes
in artistic performances.
According to the proposal, platforms that fail to remove
deepfake content could face fines. The law will only be valid
within Denmark and is expected to be approved with up to 90%
support in parliament.
This initiative comes after incidents involving the spread of a
fake video of Denmark’s Prime Minister and legal attempts against
creators of pornographic deepfakes.
It is worth noting that Denmark will be the first country in the
region to adopt such a law. The move is also seen as a starting
point for broader discussions across Europe regarding the ethical
use of the technology.
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