Scarlett Johansson Calls for AI Regulation After Viral Deepfake

Scarlett Johansson has publicly condemned a viral AI-generated video that features her likeness alongside other Jewish celebrities denouncing Kanye West's recent antisemitic statements. The video, which circulated widely on social media, portrays Johansson and others wearing T-shirts with a middle finger and a Star of David, urging viewers to 'Join the Fight Against Antisemitism.' While supporting the message against hate speech, Johansson criticized the unauthorized use of her image and warned against the misuse of AI technology, emphasizing that it poses a greater threat than any single individual. She called for U.S. legislators to enact regulations to address the dangers of AI, highlighting that many other countries are already taking responsible actions in this regard. Johansson's statement reflects her concerns based on her past experiences with AI exploitation. She expressed that the issue is a bipartisan concern affecting the future of humanity.