Google has informed Australian authorities it received more than 250 complaints globally over nearly a year that its artificial intelligence software was used to make deepfake terrorism material.

Google has disclosed that it received over 250 global complaints within a year regarding its AI software, Gemini, being used to generate deepfake terrorism content. Additionally, the tech giant reported dozens of

Google’s users have reported its Gemini bot is being used to create deepfake child pornography as well as terrorist material.

In a recent report, Google revealed that its AI tools have been used to generate deepfake terrorism content. In Australia, big tech companies are required to periodically submit reports on their harm-minimization efforts regarding the use of their developments to the authorities.

Google reported over 250 global complaints about its AI software being misused for deepfake terrorism and child abuse content. This disclosure, part of compliance with Australian law, highlights the need for effective safeguards in AI development to prevent illegal material generation.