Deepfake porn is exploding online - can Europe stop it?
May 10, 2026•28 min
Episode description
Deepfake pornography is emerging as one of the most urgent challenges in the ever-evolving environment of artificial intelligence.
Now, the European Union’s landmark AI Act aims to tackle harmful AI-generated content.
But, as ever, there are wider tensions around regulating the tech industry. Can this new initiative possibly stem the tide of highly problematic X-rated content?
Host: Adrian Weckler
Guest: Aoife White
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