The Guardian | Amount of AI-generated child sexual abuse material found online surged in 2025 by Dan Milmo Global technology editor

Internet Watch Foundation verified 8,029 pieces of realistic AI-made content, with 65% of videos in worst category

The amount of AI-generated child sexual abuse material found online rose by 14% last year, with the majority of videos showing the most extreme type of content, according to a safety watchdog.

The Internet Watch Foundation said it identified 8,029 AI-made images and videos of realistic child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in 2025. It added that there had been a more than 260-fold increase in videos.

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