It is reported that Japan’s Justice Ministry has announced the establishment of a study panel to investigate civil liability related to the unauthorized use of individuals’ likenesses and voices, prompted by a significant increase in misuse cases associated with generative artificial intelligence. The panel, which will convene five times from April to July, aims to assess the application of existing tort law in the context of AI-generated content, such as deepfake videos and synthetic voices created without consent, with its first meeting scheduled for April 24. Kazuyuki Iga, an official from the ministry’s Civil Affairs bureau, indicated that the initiative responds to the growing ease of replicating personal appearances and voices due to advancements in AI technology.
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