A big step against growing threat of AI, this country is making Deepfake Law, what is this law? what are other countries doing?
Denmark Deepfake Law: As rapidly as AI technology is making people's lives convenient, the associated dangers are also increasing at a similar pace. In particular, deepfake technology is no longer confined to entertainment; it has emerged as a majir source of fake news, financial fraud, and cybercrime. To address these threats, the Danish government is set to introduce a stringent law aimed at preventing the misuse of people's digital identities, such as their faces and voices.
Aim of this law is also to prevent serious crimes
The Danish government plans to introduce this proposed law in Parliament in the autumn of 2025. The special thing is that this law is getting the support of all major political parties. If this law is passed, Denmark will become the first country in Europe to take such a concrete step to protect digital identity from AI.
The aim of this law is not only to remove fake videos, but also to prevent serious crimes like financial fraud and spread of fake news caused by AI-generated content.
Highlights of Denmark's proposed law
This law will provide legal protection for 50 years against unauthorized use of a person's image or voice. If a person is a victim, he will be able to demand compensation and get the content removed.
In addition, if social media companies like Meta (Facebook) and X (Twitter) violate this law, they will be fined heavily. This move can write a new chapter in global digital security.
Deepfake attacks have caused huge economic losses
The side effects of deepfake technology have already shaken the world. Recently, fake videos of the presidents of Ukraine and the US went viral, creating confusion among the people.
According to a report by Resemble.ai, 487 deepfake attacks were recorded in the second quarter of 2025, which is 300% more than last year. These attacks have caused economic losses of about $350 million.
What are the other countries doing?
In the US, the 'Take It Down Act' makes it mandatory to remove harmful deepfakes within 48 hours.
The European Union has introduced the 'Digital Services Act (DSA)' to hold social media platforms accountable for misinformation.
The UK has introduced the 'Online Safety Act' in 2025.
Prakash Kumar Pandey