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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Police investigate the use of AI to create and sell fake nudes of teenagers in a school in MS

Brazilian police are investigating allegations of deepfake technology being used to create and distribute fake nude images of teenage girls at a private school in Campo Grande.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

What are 'deepfakes', for which 'Taylor Swift' disappeared from social media searches?

Social media platforms like X, Instagram, and Threads have suppressed searches for 'Taylor Swift artificial intelligence (AI)' following the leak of explicit deepfake images of the singer.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

The New Gucci: Do You Feel It Yet?

The article discusses the debut collection by new designer Demna for Gucci, amidst controversy over AI-generated images posted by the brand on social media prior to the fashion show.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How Fake News and AI-Created Images Amplified Panic After the Death of Mexico's Most Powerful Drug Lord

The death of CJNG leader 'El Mencho' sparked violence and disinformation in Mexico, with social media becoming a crucial but misleading source of information for the public.

Feb 26 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Public Broadcasting Scandal: The AI Fake in ZDF Happened 'Knowingly'

ZDF's editor-in-chief Bettina Schausten admits that AI-generated images used in a news report were deliberately inserted, raising concerns about the broadcaster's credibility.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

'Images no longer have the same credibility,' says profile that confined Xi Jinping in BBB using AI

A social media profile is humorously featuring Xi Jinping as a contestant in Brazil's Big Brother ('BBB') using AI-generated images, sparking discussions about the credibility of images online.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
Life & Tech

The Society of Filler

The article discusses how technology, particularly AI and filters, transforms our perceptions of reality by reconstructing images and memories while often distorting our true selves.

Feb 24 โ€ข 23:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

AI Images on ZDF: 'The Significance of the Topic Was Recognized Late'

ZDF has faced backlash over a segment featuring AI-generated images in a news report, leading to the dismissal of the segment's producer amid calls for accountability.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Majority in the Storting for banning nudity-generating AI

A majority in Norway's Storting supports a proposal to ban companies from generating sexualized images using AI technology.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Errors in Public Broadcasting: ARD Shows Wrong Merkel Images, ZDF Experiences "Relotius Moment"

Public broadcasting in Germany faces scrutiny as ARD mistakenly airs footage of Angela Merkel appearing to applaud a party vote she did not attend, while ZDF grapples with its own AI-related misinformation.

Feb 24 โ€ข 06:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

AI App Data Leak: KYC Details Also Leaked, Know...

A dangerous AI app has exposed the images, videos, and KYC details of millions of users.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Elderly use AI to create rejuvenated images and share stickers with friends on cell phones

Elderly individuals in Brazil are leveraging artificial intelligence to create fun and rejuvenated images that they share with friends via messaging apps.

Feb 21 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Manipulated Images: The First Victim of AI is the Truth

This article critiques the use of manipulated images by reputable institutions including ZDF and the US government, highlighting the erosion of public trust.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Lawmakers approve sanctions for generating AI images of sexual acts

The Mexican Chamber of Deputies unanimously approved sanctions for the generation of AI-created images, videos, or audios depicting sexual acts without consent.

Feb 18 โ€ข 03:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

ZDF: 'Today Journal' broadcasts AI images - and apologizes

ZDF's 'Heute-Journal' faced backlash after airing AI-generated images in a report about ICE actions in New York, leading to an official apology for the inaccuracies.

Feb 17 โ€ข 22:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

German broadcaster apologizes for the use of AI-generated images

German public broadcaster ZDF apologized for using AI-generated images without proper labeling in a report about deportations by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Feb 17 โ€ข 17:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

SZ in the Evening: News from February 17, 2026

The article highlights major news in Germany, including the categorization of the AfD party in Niedersachsen as extremist, the death of civil rights activist Jesse Jackson, and a controversy involving a news broadcast using AI-generated images.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

False Images of ICE Operations: AI Fake in ZDF's 'heute journal'

The ZDF news program 'heute journal' aired manipulated AI-generated images depicting ICE actions, leading to an apology from the network after external complaints.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Elon Muskโ€™s X facing new EU probes

The EU has launched investigations into Elon Musk's social media platform X concerning its AI chatbot Grok, which reportedly created sexualized images including of children.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
Crime & Justice

The artificial intelligence of tech giants is abusing children. EU countries will investigate

Spain will investigate American social networks X, Meta, and Chinese TikTok over AI-generated images of child sexual abuse, while Ireland launches an investigation into the AI chatbot Grok for producing sexualized content.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Sรกnchez against X, Meta, TikTok: 'No more immunity' for child abuse with AI - Calls for investigation

The Spanish government has requested an investigation into social media platforms X, Meta, and TikTok for allegedly disseminating AI-generated images of child sexual abuse, as announced by Prime Minister Pedro Sรกnchez.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Ireland opens an investigation into X for the sexualized images of Grok

Ireland's Data Protection Commission has initiated an investigation into the social media platform X due to the posting of sexualized images generated by its AI, Grok, impacting various users, including minors.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

A Confusing Image of 'Donald Trump' Posted โ€“ Social Media Divided: 'Embarrassing'

Rapper Nicki Minaj has stirred attention by sharing AI-generated images of herself posing with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Oulu Continues the Use of AI-Generated Images โ€“ Young Council Members Concerned About Reputation Risks

The Oulu city council voted in favor of continuing the use of AI-generated images for marketing, despite concerns raised by young council members about ethical implications and reputation risks.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Ireland initiates EU investigation into Grok's sexualized AI images

Ireland has commenced an EU investigation into the AI robot Grok and the platform X for potential privacy violations related to the generation of sexualized images.

Feb 17 โ€ข 04:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Due to Grok: Ireland Opens Data Protection Investigation Against Musk's X

Ireland's data protection authority has launched an investigation into Musk's platform X over concerns regarding sexualized images created and published by the AI chatbot Grok.

Feb 17 โ€ข 02:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Due to Grok: Ireland launches data protection investigation against Musk's X

Ireland's Data Protection Commission has initiated an investigation against Elon Musk's platform X over concerns related to sexualized images created and published using the AI chatbot Grok.

Feb 17 โ€ข 02:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

EU opens new investigation into sexualized images generated by Grok

The European Union's privacy organization has launched a large-scale investigation into the social media platform X, owned by Elon Musk, concerning AI-generated sexualized images created without consent.

Feb 17 โ€ข 00:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

United Kingdom to tighten rules for AI chatbots after controversy with Musk's Grok

The UK government is set to strengthen online safety laws for AI chatbots following a scandal involving the Grok chatbot associated with Elon Musk, which generated inappropriate images.

Feb 16 โ€ข 17:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Oulu continues the use of criticized AI-generated images

The city of Oulu will continue using criticized AI-generated images in its communications while tightening its guidelines for responsible use.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Who is Aira Rawat whose pictures are going viral at the T20 World Cup

Aira Rawat, whose images went viral during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, has sparked speculation about her identity, with questions arising whether she is a real person or an AI-generated influencer.

Feb 15 โ€ข 05:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Grok and the global controversy: how far can AI go on social networks

The Grok chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company is at the center of a global controversy due to the unauthorized generation of sexualized images of real people, including minors.

Feb 14 โ€ข 21:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Artificial intelligence has become frighteningly advanced - Can you still tell if a picture is real or AI-generated? Test it

Iltalehti invites readers to test their ability to discern between real and AI-generated images, reflecting the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence technology.

Feb 14 โ€ข 08:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Baker given 'unrealistic' AI picture of cake, but the results are 'even better'

A baker expresses her concerns about clients using AI-generated images as a standard for cake orders, citing unrealistic expectations.

Feb 14 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

X questions ANPD tests indicating that Grok continues to generate erotic images

The social network X has raised concerns about tests conducted by Brazil's ANPD showing the AI tool Grok is still generating non-consensual sexualized images.

Feb 13 โ€ข 18:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Frenzy is Underway - Don't Do This Online

A viral trend on social media involves users creating images of themselves through artificial intelligence tools and posting them, raising concerns over privacy and data security.

Feb 13 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian government demands X prevent the creation of sexual images via Grok

Brazil's Public Ministry and other government bodies have ordered social media platform X to take immediate action to prevent the generation of sexual images by its AI assistant, Grok.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

It is #FAKE: advertisement for a medicine that cures blurred vision; scam uses AI-made videos and images of Ana Maria Braga and Drauzio Varella

Fake advertisements are circulating on social media promoting a non-existent medicine for blurred vision and cataracts, misleading patients with fabricated testimonials and AI-generated imagery.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Brazil: Justice Orders X to Block Sexual Images Generated by AI Grok

Brazilian authorities have ordered the social media platform X to immediately implement measures to prevent the generation of sexual content by its AI tool Grok, citing a lack of transparency and ongoing issues of non-consensual imagery.

Feb 12 โ€ข 05:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government and MPF say X's response about erotic images of Grok is insufficient

Brazilian authorities find the response from platform X regarding the measures against unauthorized erotic image generation consistent with its AI tool Grok inadequate.

Feb 11 โ€ข 21:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: BDP of Wednesday, February 11, 2026

The article reports on various incidents and developments in Brazil and abroad, including a police operation involving money being thrown from a window, a deadly shooting in Canada, a motorcycle accident, traffic safety issues, and the debate surrounding the use of AI for creating images related to child abuse.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Teen investigated for using AI to create fake intimate images of youths in Cearรก

A teenager in Cearรก, Brazil, is under investigation for using artificial intelligence to create fake intimate images of at least 15 young victims, with the content reportedly published on a pornographic website.

Feb 11 โ€ข 08:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
Life & Tech

How to Enhance Existing Images and Videos with AI Generation and Editing

The article discusses how AI technology is transforming the video editing landscape by allowing creators to make changes based on simple inputs rather than extensive revisions.

Feb 10 โ€ข 19:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Over half of teen Brits fear AI is 'weaponised' to make inappropriate images of them

A recent survey reveals that over 60% of teens in the UK are concerned about AI being misused to create inappropriate images.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

AI photos fuel conspiracy theories that Jeffrey Epstein is alive in Israel

Recent AI-generated images have reignited conspiracy theories suggesting that Jeffrey Epstein is alive and residing in Israel, following a file dump by the US Department of Justice.

Feb 9 โ€ข 20:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
World

Millions of children are subjected to AI abuse

A new report by Unicef reveals that at least 1.2 million children across eleven countries have had their images manipulated for fake sexual content using artificial intelligence.

Feb 8 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Millions of children are subjected to AI abuse

A UNICEF report reveals that over 1.2 million children in eleven countries have reported their images being manipulated for sexual purposes using generative AI, highlighting a severe and growing problem.

Feb 8 โ€ข 08:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Watch out: Police warns against disturbing trend in fraud

Danish police warn of a new form of extortion using AI-generated fake nude images.

Feb 8 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Beware: The police warn against a new and brutal form of fraud

A new manipulative form of extortion using fake nude images driven by artificial intelligence is emerging in Denmark, according to authorities.

Feb 8 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
Life & Tech

Snow-Covered Blocks in Kamchatka: A Study of AI-generated Slop

This article discusses AI-generated videos and images depicting snow-covered residential blocks in Kamchatka, which are ultimately found to be nonsensical creations rather than true representations of the region's winter conditions.

Feb 7 โ€ข 06:05 UTC

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