Minnesota passes ban on fake AI nudes; app makers risk $500K fines
Minnesota has passed a law banning apps that create fake AI-generated nude images, making developers liable for damages and subject to fines up to $500,000 per image if found in violation. The legislation, which passed unanimously in both legislative chambers, aims to protect individuals from nonconsensual sexualized imagery and will take effect in August if signed by Governor Tim Walz. The bill was inspired by a case in which a Minnesota man used nudification apps to generate fake nudes of over 80 women from his social circles, prompting advocacy from victims and support from organizations like RAINN.
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Blocking fake nudes Minnesota passes ban on fake AI nudes; app makers risk $500K fines More evidence of Grok CSAM seen as Minnesota passes nudifying app ban. Ashley Belanger – May 1, 2026 1:36 pm | 18 Credit: wacomka | iStock / Getty Images Plus Credit: wacomka | iStock / Getty Images Plus Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav This week, Minnesota became the first state to pass a law banning nudification apps that make it easy to “undress” or sexualize images of real people. Under the law, developers of websites, apps, software, or other services designed to “nudify” images risk extensive damages, including punitive damages, if a victim decides to sue.
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