GitHub published changes to the rules that define policies regarding the hosting of projects that can be used to create fictitious multimedia content for the purpose of revenge porn and disinformation. Changes are still in progress draftavailable for discussion for 30 days (until May 20).
A paragraph has been added to the GitHub terms of use prohibiting the posting of projects that allow the synthesis and manipulation of multimedia content to create non-consensual intimate images (NCII) and content aimed at misleading or disinformation. The ban also applies to projects that encourage, promote or support such systems.
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The reason for the ban is the use of artificial intelligence systems capable of generating realistic images, sound and video, not only for creativity, but also for abuse, such as creating deepfakes and organizing spam calls. At the same time, GitHub representatives intend to be loyal to dual-use projects that are not directly intended for abuse and do not approve of malicious use, but which could potentially be used by attackers in their activities.
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