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22 December 2025

UK government to ban ‘nudification’ tools – Mark Jones for National Technology News

Defence and investigations expert Mark Jones, Partner at Payne Hicks Beach, highlights the risks of non-consensual AI nude images, stressing the need for swift action to protect young people online.

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That the effectiveness of the ban will depend on the details.

According to Jones, clear and robust enforcement mechanisms and meaningful obligations for technology providers will be essential to ensure that these commitments translate into “real protection rather than mere aspirations.”

“Without swift implementation and adequate resourcing, there is a real risk that young people will continue to be exposed to serious online abuse while the government struggles to keep pace with technological developments,” he added.

To read the full article, click here: UK government to ban ‘nudification’ tools – National Technology


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