The Indian government reportedly warned social media giants Facebook and YouTube to enforce reminders that local laws prohibit the posting of deepfakes and misinformation, as per Reuters.
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India Asks for Updated Usage Terms
During a closed-door meeting, Deputy IT Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar detailed that many big tech companies still need to update their usage terms. In 2022, it has been prohibited to post content that is considered "harmful" to children, obscene, and deepfakes.
According to Chandrasekhar, companies must take the initiative to increase awareness of the dangers and consequences of posting such things online. He then suggested that the rules should be flashed to users every time they log in to their accounts.
If the companies do not make the first move, Chandrasekhar stated that he will issue directions that will force them to follow. According to the sources, the minister called it a "non-negotiable" demand by the government.
Big Tech's Responsibility on AI Industry
As the AI industry continues to boom, the dangers of deepfakes become more apparent. The Indian government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have raised concerns about the rampant usage of deepfakes.
During the recent virtual summit of G20 nations, Modi asked the global leaders to work closely on regulating AI, emphasizing the potential impact of the rise of deepfakes in society. Meanwhile, other countries have already started to work on regulating AI.
Although Facebook has yet to respond to the challenge, Google, who owned YouTube, stated that the platform remains committed to the responsible use of AI. Moreover, it also has tight policies and systems that are capable of identifying and removing harmful content.
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