AI laws in Japan: what applies in 2026
Japan’s AI Promotion Act takes a light-touch approach with no penalties. Here is what it does, what the AI Basic Plan says, and how deepfakes are handled.
Deepfakes
Deepfakes are AI-made images, video or audio that show real people saying or doing things they never did. Here: the laws against harmful deepfakes, real cases and how to protect yourself.
AI laws in Canada: what applies in 2026
Canada has no federal AI act. Here is what the new deepfake offence, the bills before Parliament and Ontario and Quebec rules require.
AI laws in the UK: what applies in 2026
The UK has no AI Act. Here is how the Online Safety Act, the Data (Use and Access) Act and new deepfake offences cover AI, and what they mean for you.
AI laws in the US: a state-by-state guide (2026)
There is no single US AI law. Here is what the federal government and the states actually require, who it applies to and the dates that matter.
Deepfake CEO fraud: US charges three men over $129m scheme
US prosecutors say three men used AI to impersonate company bosses and lawyers, tricking staff into wiring more than $129 million. Here is how the alleged scheme worked and how to protect your business.
EU ban on AI nudifier imagery starts 2 Dec: what it covers
The AI Act’s newest prohibition, and why it matters to platforms and creators outside Europe.
Anatomy of a deepfake voice scam
How the call worked, why it fooled people, and the checks that stop it.
Deepfaking friends for fun: where’s the line?
Consent, context and the group-chat rule.
Election deepfakes: the lesson for people who share
Before you forward that clip: three questions to ask.
South Korea AI Basic Act: what changed on 22 Jan 2026
The first comprehensive AI law in Asia, and what it means for apps and creators.