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Don't fall for AI scams cloning cops' voices, police warn

AI technology is enhancing the credibility of scams, allowing scammers to impersonate police and other officials more convincingly.

Fla. pol targeted in elaborate AI 'car crash' scam - which almost fooled his dad into forking over $35K

AI voice-cloning scams can convincingly impersonate loved ones, leading to significant financial risk and emotional trauma.
The use of cryptocurrency in scams can be a red flag for potential victims.

Bank Warns AI Voice Cloning Scams Are Out of Control | Entrepreneur

AI voice cloning scams are a significant threat to social media users.
Many are unaware of the risks posed by AI voice cloning.
Implementing a safe phrase can help verify identity during calls.

Don't fall for AI scams cloning cops' voices, police warn

AI technology is enhancing the credibility of scams, allowing scammers to impersonate police and other officials more convincingly.

Fla. pol targeted in elaborate AI 'car crash' scam - which almost fooled his dad into forking over $35K

AI voice-cloning scams can convincingly impersonate loved ones, leading to significant financial risk and emotional trauma.
The use of cryptocurrency in scams can be a red flag for potential victims.

Bank Warns AI Voice Cloning Scams Are Out of Control | Entrepreneur

AI voice cloning scams are a significant threat to social media users.
Many are unaware of the risks posed by AI voice cloning.
Implementing a safe phrase can help verify identity during calls.
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Amazon's Audiobook Narrators Can Now Make Their Own AI Voice Clones

Audible is trialing AI-generated voice clones for audiobooks, aiming to expand its catalog while maintaining some control over narrations.

'A tech firm stole our voices - then cloned and sold them'

AI voice cloning can threaten the livelihoods of voice-over artists, as experienced by a couple whose voices were cloned without consent.
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2 out of 3 Americans cannot distinguish AI voices from real voices

Americans struggle to distinguish between AI and human voices, leading to significant concerns about AI voice cloning and its societal implications.

Voice cloning of political figures is still easy as pie | TechCrunch

Faked audio and video of political figures could impact the 2024 election; AI companies show little pushback against voice cloning as seen in a study.

Illness Took Away Her Voice. AI Created a Replica She Carries in Her Phone

AI voice-cloning technology can help individuals regain their voice after medical challenges.

The terrifying rise of 'voice cloning' scams

Voice cloning using AI is a new form of deepfake emerging, increasingly used by hackers.
Voice cloning technology has become accessible and can be used by almost anyone, requiring only a five-minute audio clip for cloning.

Why some video game actors are letting AI clone their voices

AI voice clones are being used in video games to provide voices for characters, saving time and money on vocal recordings.
Professional actors have mixed reactions to AI voices, with some fearing they could replace human actors if big studios have their way.

2 out of 3 Americans cannot distinguish AI voices from real voices

Americans struggle to distinguish between AI and human voices, leading to significant concerns about AI voice cloning and its societal implications.

Voice cloning of political figures is still easy as pie | TechCrunch

Faked audio and video of political figures could impact the 2024 election; AI companies show little pushback against voice cloning as seen in a study.

Illness Took Away Her Voice. AI Created a Replica She Carries in Her Phone

AI voice-cloning technology can help individuals regain their voice after medical challenges.

The terrifying rise of 'voice cloning' scams

Voice cloning using AI is a new form of deepfake emerging, increasingly used by hackers.
Voice cloning technology has become accessible and can be used by almost anyone, requiring only a five-minute audio clip for cloning.

Why some video game actors are letting AI clone their voices

AI voice clones are being used in video games to provide voices for characters, saving time and money on vocal recordings.
Professional actors have mixed reactions to AI voices, with some fearing they could replace human actors if big studios have their way.
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It's becoming alarmingly easy to create audio deepfakes of Biden and Trump

Generative AI tools can spoof voices of key political figures, posing a threat to election integrity globally.

Clockwise #555: I Lie to Myself - Relay FM

The episode discusses topics such as multitasking on iPads, AI usage, email apps, and voice cloning experiments.

AI voice scammers are posing as loved ones to steal your money - here's a foolproof trick to stop attacks

Request a safe word to thwart AI phone scams impersonating loved ones.

Country Star Who Can't Sing After Stroke Releases New Song Using AI

AI-generated voice allows Randy Travis to release new music post-stroke.

My Journey Inside the Voice-Clone Factory

Users can clone their voices using ElevenLabs' AI technology, creating highly convincing voice replicas.
The advancement of AI voice technology raises concerns about the potential misuse and ethical implications of such capabilities.
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Steve Goldstein: Navigating The Real Risks Of AI-Audio - RAIN News

AI tools enhance productivity for podcasters but raise concerns about misuse, copyright infringement, and ethical standards.

This AI startup went from zero to $1 billion in two years

Voice AI startup ElevenLabs has achieved unicorn status after raising $80 million in funding and being valued at over $1 billion.
ElevenLabs develops AI tools for creating synthetic voices across multiple languages and has clients such as The Washington Post.

Steve Goldstein: Navigating The Real Risks Of AI-Audio - RAIN News

AI tools enhance productivity for podcasters but raise concerns about misuse, copyright infringement, and ethical standards.

This AI startup went from zero to $1 billion in two years

Voice AI startup ElevenLabs has achieved unicorn status after raising $80 million in funding and being valued at over $1 billion.
ElevenLabs develops AI tools for creating synthetic voices across multiple languages and has clients such as The Washington Post.
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Using AI to detect AI-generated deepfakes can work for audio but not always

Technological solutions for detecting AI-generated voices are evolving but not foolproof.
The implications of inaccuracies in voice clone detection software can have significant consequences like mislabeling real audios as fake or vice versa.

It's very easy to steal someone's voice': how AI is affecting video game actors

AI technology in video games is advancing, enabling the cloning and altering of voices from text for characters and conversations.
Professional actors are grappling with concerns of AI reproducing their voices without permission, potentially devaluing their work.

Tennessee Passes Law Protecting Musicians From AI Deepfakes | Entrepreneur

Tennessee passes ELVIS Act to protect musicians from AI deepfakes.
Deepfakes pose a threat to artists' voices and likenesses, prompting the need for legal protection.
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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.

US FCC decides AI robocalls are most definitely illegal

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has declared AI-generated voices in robocalls illegal under the existing Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).
The ruling gives state attorneys general more power to pursue AI robocall operators, who can face fines of up to $1,500 per violation.

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.

US FCC decides AI robocalls are most definitely illegal

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has declared AI-generated voices in robocalls illegal under the existing Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).
The ruling gives state attorneys general more power to pursue AI robocall operators, who can face fines of up to $1,500 per violation.
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Should we fear an attack of the voice clones?

AI-powered audio-fakery is becoming increasingly powerful and convincing.
There are concerns about malicious uses of voice-cloning technology.

AI voice-cloning is supercharging the scamming of parents. But I've got a foolproof solution | Zoe Williams

Scammers are using voice cloning technology to trick parents into sending money by impersonating their children's voices.
Voice cloning technology can extract speech patterns from a sample and create realistic imitations of someone's voice.

AI heralds the next generation of financial scams

Voice cloning is a new tool used by tricksters
It allows them to mimic someone's voice and use it for nefarious purposes

Morning Docket: 01.10.24

Rates increase and clients look for more cost-effective firms, but eventually return to using established firms like Cravath.
The FTC is offering cash prizes for solutions to stop voice cloning.
wbm3129 months ago
The Battle for Biometric Privacy https://t.co/F29HmOxfsL

The Battle for Biometric Privacy

Increased adoption of biometric surveillance systems in 2024 will lead to biometric identity theft and anti-surveillance innovations.
Voice and facial biometric cloning will be used for scams, targeting people's fears and emotions.

The Battle for Biometric Privacy

Increased adoption of biometric surveillance systems in 2024 will lead to biometric identity theft and anti-surveillance innovations.
Voice and facial biometric cloning will be used for scams, targeting people's fears and emotions.

Conmen using increasingly sophisticated AI to scam people online, MPs told

Conmen are using AI technology, including voice cloning and deepfakes, to scam people online
Social media companies are accused of not doing enough to tackle fraudsters using AI
AI plays a significant role in online scams, with about 70% of bank frauds starting on social media

AI goes to Hollywood: James Dean, Judy Garland and other stars will read to you now - for free

ElevenLabs introduced an Iconic Voices feature for its Reader app, allowing users to listen to text using famous voices like Judy Garland and James Dean.
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