New AI deepfakes law 'too little, too late' for Halifax woman - CBC
A Halifax woman whose identity is protected by a publication ban faces the aftermath of non-consensual AI deepfake distribution following an acquittal
- Incident date
- Jun 2024
- Target
- an unnamed Halifax woman
In June 2024, a Halifax woman spoke out against new Canadian legislation criminalizing the distribution of AI-generated nude deepfakes, describing the legal shift as insufficient and delayed. The woman, whose identity remains under a publication ban, was previously targeted by an individual who used artificial intelligence to alter a photograph of her.
What happened
The incident involved the creation and distribution of non-consensual sexualized imagery generated through artificial intelligence. The perpetrator admitted to using AI tools to alter a photograph of the victim. Despite this admission, the legal proceedings concluded with an acquittal for the man involved. This outcome occurred prior to the introduction of Canada’s new law specifically criminalizing the distribution of AI-generated nude deepfakes. The victim has characterized the legislative update as coming too late to address the harm caused in her case, highlighting the ongoing challenges victims face when seeking justice for AI-facilitated sexual violence.