Thepoint.Au NSW Parliament Debates AI Deepfake Regulations Amid Rising Misinformation
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- •NSW Parliament debates truth in political advertising laws on November 12, 2026.
- •Over 31,000 residents petitioned for a ban on misleading ads, especially AI deepfakes.
- •Victorian Greens demand stricter regulations against deceptive AI-generated political content.
On November 12, 2026, the NSW Parliament is set to debate truth in political advertising laws, driven by a petition from over 31,000 residents calling for a ban on misleading ads, particularly AI-generated deepfakes. Politicians express concern over the misuse of AI in political campaigns, citing examples from Victoria and Tasmania where deepfakes were used to spread misinformation. The Victorian Greens have also called for a ban on deceptive AI-generated political deepfakes, emphasizing the need for transparency in political advertising. NSW has existing laws against misleading electoral material, unlike some other states. The debate comes amid a backdrop of declining trust in politicians and rising political violence, highlighting the urgency of addressing AI-generated misinformation.
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