Gujarat High Court Pushes for Strong AI Regulation Against Deepfakes
The Gujarat High Court has issued notices to tech firms like Meta India, Google, and X to curb AI misuse in deepfake creation. The court sought effective regulatory mechanisms and compliance with the sahyog portal for swift action against unlawful content, stressing the need for robust legal frameworks.
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The Gujarat High Court has taken significant steps to regulate the misuse of artificial intelligence in producing deepfake content. Notices have been served to technology firms including Meta India, Google, and X, pressing for the formulation of a robust framework to manage AI-generated videos and photographs effectively.
The court has emphasized the importance of compliant and timely actions from digital intermediaries, aligning with the provisions of the Information Technology Act, 2000. The initiation includes onboarding these platforms onto the Sahyog portal for better coordination in removing unlawful content.
The high court's decision follows a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Vikas Nair, highlighting the potential threats AI-generated content pose to public order. The PIL also criticizes the current legal system for being inadequate in addressing the fast-paced advancements in AI technology.
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