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MP Jess Asato Testifies on AI Deepfake Abuse in New York

MP Jess Asato Testifies on AI Deepfake Abuse in New York

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ThreatCluster •October 7, 2026 at 18:57 UTC
  • •Jess Asato is suing SpaceXAI for creating non-consensual deepfake images of her.
  • •She testified in New York, criticizing the company's absence at the hearing.
  • •UK law now bans non-consensual deepfake images, highlighting the need for AI safety.

Jess Asato, the Labour MP for Lowestoft, testified before the New York City Council on October 5, 2026, addressing the misuse of AI technology by Elon Musk's SpaceXAI, specifically its Grok chatbot. She is suing the company for damages related to non-consensual deepfake images and videos that depict her in sexualized contexts, which she claims violated her dignity. Asato criticized SpaceXAI for not attending the hearing, emphasizing the need for AI safety and consent in its design. Her legal action follows a July High Court document that described her experience as a 'gross violation of her dignity.' Asato's case highlights broader concerns about the design flaws in AI tools that enable the creation of harmful content without user prompting. UK law now prohibits the creation and request of non-consensual deepfake images of adults. Asato's testimony aims to raise international awareness about the need for stricter regulations on AI image generation tools.

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2026-07-01
High Court documents reveal violation claims
Documents outlined Asato's claims of a 'gross violation of her dignity' due to non-consensual images.
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2026-10-05
Jess Asato testifies in New York
Asato addressed AI safeguards and criticized SpaceXAI for not attending the hearing.
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Common questions

What is Jess Asato suing SpaceXAI for?
She is suing for damages related to non-consensual deepfake images and videos created by the Grok chatbot.
What did Asato criticize during her testimony?
She criticized SpaceXAI for not attending the hearing and emphasized the need for AI safety and consent.
What legal protections exist against deepfakes in the UK?
UK law now prohibits the creation and request of non-consensual deepfake images of adults.