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Deepfake Pornography Targets 50 Members of European Parliament

Deepfake Pornography Targets 50 Members of European Parliament

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ThreatCluster •October 6, 2026 at 19:02 UTC
  • •50 MEPs, including 46 women, targeted by deepfake pornography.
  • •Deepfake pornography is a systemic threat to women in European politics.
  • •EU plans to ban AI nudifier apps starting December 2, 2026.

A report by Agora Digitale Transformation reveals that 50 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), including 46 women, have been targeted by deepfake pornography. This form of AI-generated non-consensual intimate imagery affects approximately one in six female MEPs. The study analyzed hundreds of websites known for hosting such content, confirming that the issue disproportionately impacts women in politics. The European Union plans to ban AI-powered nudifier apps starting December 2, 2026, and is investigating similar technologies used on the social media platform X. An interparty group of MEPs has called for strict enforcement of the upcoming ban and accountability for entities facilitating this industry. The report emphasizes the systemic threat posed by deepfake pornography to women in public office.

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2026-10-05
Report on deepfake pornography released
Agora Digitale Transformation published findings showing 50 MEPs targeted, including 46 women.
Ua.News
2026-10-06
Article published detailing the report
Aa.Tr reported on the findings, emphasizing the impact on women in the European Parliament.
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Common questions

How many MEPs are affected?
A total of 50 MEPs have been targeted, including 46 women.
What is the EU doing about this issue?
The EU plans to ban AI-powered nudifier apps starting December 2, 2026.
What are the implications of this report?
The report highlights the systemic threat deepfake pornography poses to women in politics.