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India News: Government reviews progress in tackling deepfake issue with social media platforms in meeting; 11 user harms under IT rules also mapped to IPC, leadin
The Indian government has held a meeting with social media platforms to assess progress in tackling the deepfake issue. The 11 "user harms" or "illegalities" flagged under IT rules are mapped to equivalent provisions in the Indian Penal Code (IPC), meaning criminal consequences exist even under current laws. The government has stated that it will continue with its "zero tolerance approach" on user harm.
"The social media companies share our concerns and they understand that deepfakes are not free speech. They understand the need for regulation for this and we will start drafting the regulation," said Vaishnaw. 📲 Deepfake Menace: Centre Gives 7-Day Deadline to Social Media Platforms to Address Deepfakes; Rajeev Chandrasekhar Says Govt Will Take Action of 100% Against Violation of IT Rules.
Recently, several 'deepfake' videos targeting leading actors went viral, sparking outrage and raising apprehensions over misuse of technology and tools for creating fake content and narratives.
Recently, several 'deepfake' videos targeting leading actors went viral, sparking outrage and raising apprehensions over misuse of technology and tools for creating fake content and narratives.