Australian Group Urges Global Ban on ‘Nudifying’ Apps After Disturbing AI Findings

Research finds AI apps are being used to sexually exploit women and girls, including minors.
Australian Group Urges Global Ban on ‘Nudifying’ Apps After Disturbing AI Findings
A man looks at his smartphone in Newcastle, Australia on Dec. 1, 2024. Roni Bintang/Getty Images
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An Australian group focused on preventing sexual violence against women and girls is calling for a worldwide ban on so-called “nudifying” apps and websites.

The apps, which are widely available online, use artificial intelligence (AI) to turn ordinary images of real people into sexually explicit material, including simulated sexual violence, and child exploitation content.

Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.