Number of deepfake sex videos up for review exceeds last year's figure in 8 months
The number of deepfake sex crime videos pending review by a Korean media regulator has surpassed 17,000 as of August this year, already surpassing last year's total, data showed Saturday. The state-run Korea Communications Standards Commission has received 17,378 cases of sex crime videos using deepfake technology for review from January to August, according to data submitted to Rep. Lee Yeon-hee…
In Korea, the number of deepfake sex crime videos awaiting review by authorities has surpassed 17,000 as of August this year, according to data submitted to Rep. Lee Yeon-hee from the ruling Democratic Party of Korea. This figure represents a nearly 9.9 percent increase from the 15,808 cases received last year, spanning January to August. The Korea Communications Standards Commission has received 17,378 such cases during the current period.
The number of videos sent for review has gradually risen over the past few years. In 2021, it was 1,913; in 2022, it increased to 3,574; in 2023, it reached 7,187; and in 2024, it peaked at 23,109 before dropping to 15,808 cases in 2025. With the count of deepfake sexual content reviews already exceeding last year's annual total, Rep. Lee has emphasized the importance of closely examining the current situation and response mechanisms.
She has called for effective measures to prevent the spread of this content and protect those who are its victims.
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