July 14, 2026 · WIRED
Study: YouTube and X are top referrers to 'nudify' apps
A new study found that YouTube and X frequently refer users to sites offering AI-generated nonconsensual, sexually explicit deepfakes, with some images costing as little as $1. Researchers describe the platforms as "gateways" to these services.
Why it matters: Puts pressure on major platforms to curb traffic to AI deepfake abuse tools.