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The Verge
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Political ads could require AI-generated content disclosures soon

The FCC proposes requiring disclosure of AI use in political ads on radio and TV. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI deepfakes come of age as billions prepare to vote in a bumper year of elections

Robocalls using AI-generated voices were outlawed in the US after a fake Biden call raised concerns.
Experts warn that AI-generated fakes could disrupt democratic processes in upcoming elections. [ more ]
The Verge
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Political ads could require AI-generated content disclosures soon

The FCC proposes requiring disclosure of AI use in political ads on radio and TV. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI deepfakes come of age as billions prepare to vote in a bumper year of elections

Robocalls using AI-generated voices were outlawed in the US after a fake Biden call raised concerns.
Experts warn that AI-generated fakes could disrupt democratic processes in upcoming elections. [ more ]
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BKReader
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

US Attorney: Conspiracy Theorists to Pay $1.25 million For Spreading Misinformation Among Black Voters

Disinformation campaign targeted Black voters to discourage mail-in voting.
Activists agreed to a settlement of up to $1.25 million for their actions. [ more ]
Intelligencer
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

How AI Is Being Used to Influence and Disrupt the 2024 Election

Deepfake Biden robocall using AI-generated voice in NH
Investigation reveals use of ElevenLabs' AI text-to-speech generator for fake audio [ more ]
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therealdeal.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

SoCal Agents Look for Homes to Sell Through Robocalls

Real estate agents in Southern California are using artificial intelligence and robocalls to find listings in a slumping market.
Agents are using ringless voicemail technology to send pre-recorded messages to potential clients. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI could 'supercharge' election disinformation, US tells the BBC

Artificial intelligence can be used by malicious actors to spread disinformation and incite violence at elections.
The US government plans to make the use of AI by criminals an aggravating factor in sentencing in US courts. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

F.C.C. Bans A.I.-Generated Robocalls

The Federal Communications Commission (F.C.C.) has banned AI-generated robocalls to address concerns over election disinformation and consumer fraud.
The decision expands the ability of states to prosecute creators of unsolicited spam robocalls. [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The FCC says AI voices in robocalls are illegal

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 ]
therealdeal.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

SoCal Agents Look for Homes to Sell Through Robocalls

Real estate agents in Southern California are using artificial intelligence and robocalls to find listings in a slumping market.
Agents are using ringless voicemail technology to send pre-recorded messages to potential clients. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

AI could 'supercharge' election disinformation, US tells the BBC

Artificial intelligence can be used by malicious actors to spread disinformation and incite violence at elections.
The US government plans to make the use of AI by criminals an aggravating factor in sentencing in US courts. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

F.C.C. Bans A.I.-Generated Robocalls

The Federal Communications Commission (F.C.C.) has banned AI-generated robocalls to address concerns over election disinformation and consumer fraud.
The decision expands the ability of states to prosecute creators of unsolicited spam robocalls. [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The FCC says AI voices in robocalls are illegal

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 ]
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Futurism
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

FCC Bans Robocalls With AI-Generated Voices

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has banned unsolicited robocalls that use AI-generated voices.
The ban is in accordance with the 1991 Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

FCC bans AI-generated voices in robocalls

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 ]
Futurism
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

FCC Bans Robocalls With AI-Generated Voices

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has banned unsolicited robocalls that use AI-generated voices.
The ban is in accordance with the 1991 Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

FCC bans AI-generated voices in robocalls

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 ]
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www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US politics

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 ]
Futurism
5 months ago
Left-wing politics

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 ]
www.ocregister.com
5 months ago
Privacy professionals

California company tricked consumers into providing personal information sold to telemarketers, FTC says

Response Tree LLC allegedly tricked consumers into providing personal information that was sold to telemarketers
The proposed settlement agreement includes a $7 million judgment suspended based on the defendants' inability to pay [ more ]
time.com
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

The Government Finally Did Something About Robocalls

Americans receive over 50 billion robocalls each year
Scam callers cost Americans over $29 billion in 2022 [ more ]
Theregister
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

The FCC is taking a closer look at AI robocalls

The FCC is investigating the impact of AI on robocalls and robotexts.
The FCC is considering if AI analytics can better block unwanted calls and texts.
The FCC is taking steps to protect cellphone accounts from SIM swapping and port-out fraud. [ more ]
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