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Ads for AI apps banned for sexually explicit content and objectifying women

The watchdog said the ads promoted sexualised videos and non-consensual image manipulation, and one showed someone who appeared under 18.

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The ASA found the ads were irresponsible and likely to cause serious or widespread offence by objectifying and sexualising women.

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AI app ads promoting 'objectification of women' banned by watchdog

The ad regulator said it had "zero-tolerance" for ads promoting AI tools that could sexualise or objectify women.

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Ads for AI apps banned for sexually explicit content and objectifying women

The ASA found the ads were irresponsible and likely to cause serious or widespread offence by objectifying and sexualising women.

·London, United Kingdom
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
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