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Chinese Activist in UK Told by X That Abusive Deepfakes Do Not Breach Rules
Key Takeaways
- Chinese activist Apple Peiqing Ni was targeted with deepfake posts on X after posting about Tiananmen Square.
- X's automated systems initially ruled the posts did not breach harassment or violent speech rules.
- The account was suspended only after The Guardian inquired with X's press office.
- Ni had been advised by UK police to report the abuse to X.
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DT Editorial Team··via theguardian.com
