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February 12, 2026
India imposes AI social media curbs
India has cut the time frame for removing fake content and called for clear labelling of AI
TL;DR
- India has imposed curbs on artificial intelligence content on social media platforms, effective February 20th.
- AI-generated content must be prominently labeled.
- The time frame for removing illegal content, including non-consensual deepfakes, has been reduced to two-to-three hours.
- Content ruled illegal by a court or the appropriate government must be removed within three hours.
- Sensitive content featuring non-consensual nudity and deepfakes must be removed within two hours.
- Labeling must comprise permanent markings.
- Non-compliance can lead to the loss of safe harbor protection for social media platforms.
- These regulations come ahead of the India AI Impact summit.
- India emphasizes balancing AI innovation with accountability.
- India is a leading global hub for AI talent and skills.
- Major tech companies have committed significant investments in India's AI infrastructure.
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