Finland is taking a proactive approach to safeguard its children from the growing threat of deepfakes, with a particular focus on the potential for malicious use by neighboring Russia. In a move aimed at protecting its young citizens from the risks of manipulated media, Finland's government has announced plans to introduce stricter regulations on the creation and dissemination of deepfakes. The country's lawmakers are considering legislation that would make it a crime to create and distribute deepfakes that could cause harm to children, in what is seen as a response to the increasing use of these technologies by hostile nations. As concerns about the spread of disinformation and propaganda continue to grow, Finland's initiative is being closely watched by other countries seeking to address the challenges posed by deepfakes.
Finland Tries to Protect Children Against Deepfakes, With Russia in Mind The New York Times
