Two men were charged with federal crimes after creating explicit deepfakes of celebrities
Two men have been charged with federal crimes for creating and distributing explicit AI deepfakes of female celebrities. The charges are part of the enforcement of Trump's Take It Down Act, which aims to combat such digital exploitation. If convicted, the men could face up to two years in prison.
- ▪The deepfakes included explicit content featuring female politicians and musicians.
- ▪The content was viewed by millions of users online.
- ▪The charges are part of a broader effort to enforce the Take It Down Act.
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Home > Tech Two men were charged with federal crimes after creating explicit deepfakes of celebrities They are being charged under Trump's Take It Down Act. By Chase DiBenedetto Chase DiBenedetto Social Good Reporter Chase joined Mashable's Social Good team in 2020, covering online stories about digital activism, climate justice, accessibility, and media representation. Her work also captures how these conversations manifest in politics, popular culture, and fandom. Sometimes she's very funny. Read Full Bio on May 23, 2026 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Flipboard With one conviction under its belt, the Take It Down Act aims for more.
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