France: French Data Protection Authority adopted guidance on deepfakes including protection and reports of illegal content
Description
French Data Protection Authority adopted guidance on deepfakes including protection and reports of illegal content
On 3 February 2026, the French Data Protection Authority (CNIL) published guidance on deepfakes explaining the associated privacy and security risks and setting out steps for individuals to protect themselves and report illicit content. The guidance…
Scope
Policy Area
Data governance
Policy Instrument
Data protection regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
ML and AI development
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
data protection authority