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AI "nudify" apps that can digitally undress any photo pose back-to-school risk
Updated on: August 20, 2026 / 10:15 AM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- AI-enabled "nudify" apps can digitally sexualize clothed photographs, creating non-consensual pornography.
- Roughly half of U.S. teens have seen AI-generated pornography, with some having created or shared it.
- These apps are widely accessible, with some having no age restrictions and appearing on major app stores.
- Investigations found many such apps, and tech companies like Meta, Google, and Apple have removed or rejected them.
- Experts and law enforcement are raising awareness and training officers to address these high-tech threats.
- Parents are advised to talk openly with their children about AI usage and potential risks.
- Schools are updating policies to address incidents involving AI-generated explicit content.