Artificial intelligence-produced child sexual abuse material: Insights from Dark Web forum posts

Anglia Ruskin University

A study by Anglia Ruskin University’s IPPPRI highlights the growing demand for AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on the dark web. Researchers analyzed dark web forums, finding offenders actively using AI to create and share CSAM, teaching themselves through online guides and collaborating with others. The report reveals that offenders are reusing existing material to develop AI-generated content and anticipate advancements in technology to simplify the process. The study underscores the urgent need to understand these practices to prevent and combat AI-facilitated exploitation.