U.S. Government Seizes Domains for Hosting Deepfake Pornography

On June 12, 2026, U.S. authorities seized the domains CFAKE.com and SOCFAKE.com, which were used to publish non-consensual deepfake pornography of famous women. This action marks the first domain seizure under the TAKE IT DOWN Act, enacted in May 2025, which criminalizes the publication of sexually explicit digital forgeries without consent. The websites hosted hundreds of thousands of altered images and videos depicting identifiable women, including celebrities and public figures, often categorized under tags like 'rape' and 'degradation.' Investigators found evidence of significant psychological harm to victims, with one victim reporting the images were fake and published without consent. The operation involved international cooperation, with Italian authorities initially alerting U.S. law enforcement, leading to a parallel investigation in France. The seizure is seen as a significant step in combating deepfake pornography and protecting victims' rights.

Key Points: • U.S. seized CFAKE.com and SOCFAKE.com for hosting non-consensual deepfake images. • The TAKE IT DOWN Act, enacted in May 2025, enables federal action against such sites. • International cooperation was crucial, with alerts from Italian authorities leading to the investigation.