AI Deepfake Scandal Forces Pennsylvania School Shutdown 😡

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Summary:

  1. Scandal Unveiled
    A Pennsylvania private school canceled classes after a student created explicit AI-generated images of nearly 50 female classmates, sparking outrage among parents and the community.

  2. Delayed Action by School
    The school’s leadership, aware of the scandal since November 2023, failed to take timely action, allowing the situation to escalate until police intervention in mid-2024.

  3. Leadership Resignations
    Parents issued an ultimatum demanding the resignations of the Head of School and School Board President, leading to their departure after legal pressure.

  4. Legal Consequences
    Despite the resignations, parents are pursuing a lawsuit, accusing the school of failing mandatory reporting duties related to child abuse.

  5. Student Walkout
    More than half the students staged a walkout, demanding better safety measures and leadership accountability, forcing additional school closures.

Read more at: Ars Technica