AI-generated images
Coverage of AI-generated images in the Nexus archive.
- Regime supporters and opposition share AI-generated images of Khamenei’s funeral
Regime supporters and opposition groups are sharing AI-generated images of funeral services for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a US-Israeli strike on February 28. The images depict events in early July, following his death.
- Deputy fired after receiving cyber tip accused of using AI to generate nude images
A deputy from Douglas County, Nebraska was fired after an investigation found policy violations, including allegations of possessing child abuse material and using AI to generate nude images. The investigation was triggered by a cyber tip linking his iCloud account to potential child sexual abuse material, and he has appealed his termination, claiming insufficient evidence.
- Laws on cocktails-to-go, cyberbullying and new rules for older motorists take effect
Illinois enacts new laws effective July 1, including permanent cocktails-to-go, expanded cyberbullying protections for AI-generated images, and new rules for older motorists. Senate Bill 618 and House Bill 3851 address drink delivery regulations and student safety, while additional laws impact education records and driver requirements.
- Use of AI and deepfakes growing in U.S. elections, sparking integrity debate
AI-generated images, videos, and deepfakes are increasingly used in political advertising in U.S. elections to attack opponents or influence public opinion. CBS News political director Fin Gómez discusses the trend.
- Jacinta Allan says Pauline Hanson ‘chooses to barrack for bullies’ over ‘ditch the witch’ billboard
Jacinta Allan criticizes Pauline Hanson's response to a 'ditch the witch' billboard targeting her, stating she will continue to address 'misogynist' remarks. Pauline Hanson advised Allan to 'suck it up,' and the billboard features AI-generated images of her.
- ‘Disgusted’: Gillard and Albanese condemn ‘ditch the witch’ campaign against Victorian premier Jacinta Allan
Julia Gillard and Anthony Albanese criticize a 'ditch the witch' campaign targeting Victorian premier Jacinta Allan, which features billboards with AI-generated images of her wearing a witch-like hat. The campaign has been active in Melbourne for about six weeks.
- Blakeman and Trump’s anti-Hochul AI images are no slam dunk
AI-generated images and a video featuring Bruce Blakeman and Gov. Hochul were created just in time for the Knicks' championship series. The video shows Blakeman dunking on political opponents.
- Anchorage man sentenced to 5 years for receiving child pornography and possessing AI-generated images depicting child sexual abuse
An Anchorage man was sentenced to 5.8 years in prison for receiving child pornography and creating AI-generated images depicting the sexual abuse of minors. The charges relate to possessing illegal content involving children and using AI to generate abusive imagery.
- The AI images Trump can’t get enough of
Donald Trump promoted AI-generated images portraying him in various roles, including a doctor and Jesus Christ-figure, sparking controversy. Critics, including some on the right, criticized the images despite Trump's defense of their content.
- Law enforcement is trying to combat abusive AI. Experts say easier said than done
An Ohio man was convicted of cybercrimes involving obscene AI-generated images of women and children. Experts warn that prosecuting such cases remains challenging due to technical and legal complexities.
- How the Internet Broke Everyone’s Bullshit Detectors
The article discusses how the internet's growth has overwhelmed systems designed to verify online content, citing challenges like AI-generated images and restricted satellite data. Verification mechanisms are struggling to keep pace with the spread of misinformation and manipulated media.
- Melania Trump hails first conviction under Take It Down Act
Melania Trump praised the first conviction under the Take It Down Act, which targets nonconsensual sexually explicit deepfakes. A Columbus, Ohio man pleaded guilty to cybercrimes involving real and AI-generated explicit images, along with violent threats.