Maine lawmakers have a second chance to ban AI-generated child sexual abuse images
The new bill comes after the BDN reported on how current law allows the computer-generated images to spread unchecked.
Maine hired contractor to organize timely visits for families in child welfare cases. It delivered 10% of the time.
Last December, the state renewed the organization’s contract even though it fell far short of its performance requirements, according to an examination by The Maine Monitor.
When Maine daycares stay quiet about abuse and neglect within their walls
Two cases show the difficulty of holding daycares accountable when they are responsible for reporting themselves.
AI-generated child sexual abuse images are being created in Maine. Police can’t investigate.
Across the country, 43 states have outlawed sexual deepfakes, and 28 banned AI-generated child sexual abuse material.
July ‘radio hour’ pulls back the curtain on Maine’s child welfare system
The show offers a behind-the-scenes look at recent Maine Monitor reporting.
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