The European Data Protection Board has signed a joint statement regarding the risks of AI systems that generate realistic images without consent, highlighting the need for regulation.

The European Data Protection Board, along with 61 global data protection authorities, has signed a coordinated declaration by the Global Privacy Assembly, addressing the risks associated with artificial intelligence systems capable of creating realistic images and videos of individuals without their consent. The declaration highlights the impact of these technologies, especially in the context of social networks, where the creation of harmful content has been facilitated, including intimate images without consent and defamatory representations. The signatory authorities are calling for urgent regulation, considering the specific risks to children, such as online harassment and exploitation. The document outlines expectations for organizations developing these technologies, including compliance with data protection legislation, implementation of technical and organizational safeguards, transparency in the use of systems, and mechanisms for removing harmful content. It also emphasizes the importance of protecting children through appropriate information and integrating safeguards in the design phase of systems. Authorities commit to collaborating internationally to address these emerging risks and urge organizations to proactively cooperate with regulators to protect fundamental rights. This initiative strengthens the European Union's position in global discussions on data protection in an ever-changing digital landscape.