The FCC has ruled that robocalls using AI-generated voices are illegal due to concerns over scams and voter deception.
AI-generated voices have been used in robocalls to extort money from vulnerable individuals and imitate celebrities.
The ruling allows the FCC to fine violators, block telephone companies carrying the calls, and gives victims the ability to sue robocallers using AI. [ more ]
The FCC has ruled that robocalls using AI-generated voices are illegal due to concerns over scams and voter deception.
AI-generated voices have been used in robocalls to extort money from vulnerable individuals and imitate celebrities.
The ruling allows the FCC to fine violators, block telephone companies carrying the calls, and gives victims the ability to sue robocallers using AI. [ more ]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has banned robocalls that use AI-generated voices, sending a clear message that the technology will not be exploited for scams or voter manipulation.
The ruling empowers the FCC to fine companies using AI voices, allows call recipients to file lawsuits, and enables state attorneys general to crack down on violators. [ more ]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has banned robocalls that use AI-generated voices, sending a clear message that the technology will not be exploited for scams or voter manipulation.
The ruling empowers the FCC to fine companies using AI voices, allows call recipients to file lawsuits, and enables state attorneys general to crack down on violators. [ more ]
Texas Company Was Behind Voter Robocalls That Impersonated Biden, N.H. Says
The New Hampshire attorney general has identified the company responsible for impersonating President Biden's voice in robocalls urging Democrats not to vote in the state's primary.
The calls originated from a Texas-based company called Life Corporation and were routed through a provider called Lingo Telecom.
Criminal investigation has been opened and cease-and-desist letters and subpoenas have been sent to the companies involved. [ more ]
Officials Investigating AI-Powered Joe Biden Calling People in New Hampshire
Robocalls in New Hampshire used a fake voice of President Biden to discourage people from voting in the state's presidential primaries.
The New Hampshire Attorney General's Office is investigating these robocalls as an unlawful attempt to disrupt the election and suppress voters. [ more ]