NO FAKES Act Reintroduced Again — This Time With Additional Support From Spotify and Getty
The NO FAKES Act has been reintroduced in Congress with renewed support from major music industry players like Spotify and Getty. Originally proposed in 2024, the bill aims to protect artists from unauthorized digital replicas, including deepfakes. Critics have raised concerns about potential free speech implications, but the bill's authors assert that it includes safeguards to prevent excessive censorship.
- ▪The NO FAKES Act aims to establish federal rights around likeness for individuals portrayed in digital deepfakes.
- ▪The bill has garnered support from major music companies and tech giants, including Spotify and Getty.
- ▪Critics warn that the legislation could hinder free speech by allowing broad lawsuits over likeness use.
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