Cyprus Times

Bill proposed for deep fake videos. Recommendation to include in criminal offenses

Published January 27, 2026, 14:07
Bill proposed for deep fake videos. Recommendation to include in criminal offenses

AKEL has submitted a bill to address deep fake videos, drawing inspiration from Danish legislation that enshrines the right of every individual to their face, voice, and personal characteristics. The proposal, which was discussed by the Parliamentary Committee on Commerce, aims to protect individuals from the malicious use of artificial intelligence to create misleading content. Furthermore, the introduction of criminal penalties for the creation of deep fakes that cause harm is being considered. Cyprus has already distinguished itself in Europe by passing legislation criminalizing child pornography generated by artificial intelligence, demonstrating initiative in regulating new technologies.