California is racing to combat deepfakes ahead of the election
Briefly

The rise of AI-generated misinformation is prompting calls for regulation, especially after a fake campaign ad featuring Kamala Harris went viral, highlighting the technology's potential risks.
California lawmakers approved a bill prohibiting deceptive campaign ads within 120 days of an election, focusing on AI-generated misinformation that could mislead voters.
California Assemblymember Gail Pellerin emphasized the urgency of the issue, stating that disinformation powered by AI could significantly undermine voters' trust in the electoral process.
Elon Musk's initial sharing of the AI-created video of Kamala Harris drew massive attention, raising concerns about the accountability of social media platforms in the face of disinformation.
Read at Los Angeles Times
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