Deepfake Issue: Government Issues Warning to Social Media, Comply with Rules or Face Action

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:56pm on 26 Dec 2023,Tuesday Tech Today

In response to rising concerns over deepfake videos, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) issued an advisory, urging social media platforms to adhere to existing IT rules. The directive, targeting misinformation fueled by AI, emphasizes clear communication of prohibited content under Rule 3(1)(b) to users. Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar warns of legal consequences for violations and announces close monitoring of compliance. The advisory aims to combat deepfake dissemination, outlining penalties under the Indian Penal Code and IT Act. Social media platforms must inform users about legal provisions, ensuring due diligence in content removal.

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