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Taylor Swift moves to trademark her voice to stop deepfake audio and videos
Technology
Published on 28 April 2026
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Taylor Swift has filed trademark applications covering two audio clips and an image, aiming to protect her voice and likeness from AI-generated deepfakes. The move comes amid widespread misuse of her image and audio in scams, fake endorsements, and explicit content, raising fresh questions about how artists can legally defend their digital identity.
- Swift filed trademarks for voice audio clips and a self-image
- The goal is to curb AI deepfakes using her likeness
- Her voice and image have been repeatedly misused online
- The filings highlight legal gaps around AI impersonation
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