Proposed legislation could set global precedent for “digital human rights” 

COPENHAGEN - In a historic step toward protecting personal identity in the digital age, Denmark has introduced a new copyright law that would grant every citizen full legal ownership of their likeness — including their face, voice, and body data.

The groundbreaking proposal comes amid a worldwide surge in deepfakes and AI-generated impersonations, which are increasingly being used in scams, disinformation campaigns, and even political manipulation.

Under the proposed legislation, a person’s physical and vocal likeness would be treated as intellectual property, giving individuals the right to demand removal, block unauthorized use, or claim compensation if their image or voice is exploited without consent.

Legal experts and digital-rights advocates have hailed the bill as a potential global milestone for what some are calling “digital human rights.” The initiative seeks to ensure that real people — not algorithms — retain control over their identity in an era of rapid technological advancement.

“Our faces, our voices, and our stories aren’t data — they’re part of who we are,” said one Copenhagen-based legal scholar. “Denmark’s proposal sends a powerful message: humanity must come first, even in a world run by machines.”

If approved, the Danish law could become a model for other nations, particularly as governments grapple with how to regulate artificial intelligence while preserving privacy and personal freedom.

For countries like Curaçao and others exploring digital innovation and AI policy frameworks, Denmark’s move serves as a reminder that technological progress must go hand in hand with ethical safeguards — protecting not only what we create, but who we are.