This week, Minnesota made history by becoming the first state to pass a law banning nudification apps, which allow users to undress or sexualize images of individuals. Under this new law, developers of such apps could face extensive damages and fines of up to $500,000 per flagged fake AI nude. The law was unanimously passed by the Minnesota Senate with a 65-0 vote and is expected to be signed by Governor Tim Walz, with enforcement starting in August 2023. The legislation was prompted by a case where a Minnesota man used an app to undress images of over 80 women from his social circles. Senator Erin Maye Quade, who introduced the bill, emphasized the importance of providing legal recourse for victims affected by these apps. The law also includes provisions for fines collected to support services for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Notably, the law exempts products that require technical skill to nudify images, ensuring that popular software like Photoshop remains unaffected.