Denmark Drafts Bill to Ban Unauthorized AI Deepfake Content

The Danish Minister for Culture is preparing to submit a new bill to parliament that bans the unauthorized duplication and sharing of realistic digital copies of individuals' appearances and voices.

Purpose of the Bill

Minister for Culture Zenia Stampe stated that videos and images manipulated with artificial intelligence can lead to misinformation and cast a shadow over the perception of reality.

Responsibility of Tech Giants

It was announced that one of the core objectives to be introduced through the bill is to compel major technology companies to rapidly remove such manipulated content.

Scope and Exceptions

Aimed at protecting society and artists, the bill includes specific exceptions for works containing caricature, parody, humor, and social critique.

Implementation Timeline

The legislative proposal, which must pass parliamentary approval, is expected to come into effect toward the end of the year, and this process is being closely monitored.