Feb 11 • 08:38 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

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

A teenager in Ceará, 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.

In Quixeramobim, Ceará, a teenager is being investigated by police for allegedly using artificial intelligence to create fake intimate images of a group of at least 15 adolescents. The inquiry was concluded on the 10th of this month, and the police have made significant progress in identifying the individual responsible for manipulating these images. The investigation was conducted by the Civil Police of Quixeramobim, who employed requests and technical evaluations to pinpoint the suspect.

The investigation revealed that the content generated by the adolescent was being published on a pornography website, raising serious concerns about the exploitation and victimization of minors. During the police investigation, crucial evidence including a cell phone and a notebook used for the criminal activity was seized. These findings highlight the risks associated with the misuse of technology and the potential harms it can cause to individuals, especially vulnerable teenagers.

The case has now been forwarded to the Youth and Childhood Court, and the teenager involved is currently at the disposal of the Justice system. This incident emphasizes the growing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing crimes related to digital manipulation and the need for enhanced protective measures for young individuals online.

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