Artificial intelligence a threat to children's safety, say activists

The psychological impact of child sexual abuse – whether online or offline – is devastating and far-reaching, often negatively affecting the future of survivors. Photo: Freepik

Digitally-altered images/videos or deepfakes are threatening the safety of children in Malaysia. Therefore, firm and prompt action must be taken to protect them, a coalition of activists has urged.

“The recent deepfake scandal involving 38 students at a private secondary school in Kulai, Johor, is a stark reminder that threats to our children now extend beyond physical spaces,” said the group, which includes KRYSS Network, All Women’s Action Society (Awam) and Women’s Aid Organisation (WAO), in a recent statement.