The legal team indicated that this is likely the first government lawsuit aimed at shutting down websites that promote the creation of deepfakes without consent, marking a significant step toward legal accountability.
Sara Eisenberg mentioned that they were determined to respond to the troubling trend highlighted by the New York Times, acknowledging their responsibility to address such issues and find legal solutions.
City Attorney David Chiu emphasized that previous state measures focused on punishing creators and distributors of harmful content, but this lawsuit takes a different approach by targeting the platforms enabling such abuses directly.
Yvonne Mere's proactive response as a mother and legal professional reflects a growing recognition of the need for legal frameworks that can effectively address emerging threats posed by technology.
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