Predators are using AI to sexually exploit children, FBI says. Here's what we know

What happened

As the use of artificial intelligence grows, officials across the world are expressing their concerns about its use in the creation of child sex abuse material. On Sept. 5, 54 attorneys general sent a letter to the U.S. Congress asking members to intervene. "As Attorneys General of our respective States and territories, we have a deep and grave concern for the safety of the children within our respective jurisdictions," the letter reads.

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Relevant governance controls

Governance control mapping is not available for this record.

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Control mapping is analytical. It does not state that any control would have prevented the incident.

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