State of Artificial Intelligence: Banning Nudification Apps | Harrisburg
State of Artificial Intelligence: Banning Nudification Apps | Harrisburg
Publish Date: 2026-06-10 16:29:00
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- The focus of lawmakers in Harrisburg is on child safety online, especially regarding nudification apps using artificial intelligence.
- Senators voted unanimously to ban nudification apps in the state.
- The bill aims to remove these harmful apps from app stores, which have to comply by taking down such applications within five days of receiving notice.
- A maximum fine of $100,000 could be imposed for each unauthorized download of a banned app.
- Sen. Tracy Pennycuick highlighted that these apps serve as tools for humiliation, exploitation, harassment, and abuse, with severe consequences for children and young adults.
- The legislation will apply only within the commonwealth’s borders but could influence practices across broader app platforms.
