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Breaking bad: How bad actors can corrupt the morals of generative AI

AI-generated synthetic media can blur fact and fiction, but humans can exploit AI maliciously through clever prompting.

California targets AI, political deepfakes with new laws

California implements strict laws against AI-generated political disinformation, aiming to protect election integrity and public trust.

AI and the Future of Cybersecurity: Can We Keep Up with the Risks? | HackerNoon

AI revolutionizes industries but poses significant security risks, necessitating advanced safety measures.

Lawmakers introduce AI legislation targeting deepfakes in elections

Bipartisan legislation aims to limit AI misuse in political campaigns.
The bill empowers the FEC to regulate AI-generated political content.
Experts stress urgent need for regulation against misinformation.

Millions of People Are Using Abusive AI 'Nudify' Bots on Telegram

The prevalence of Telegram bots creating nonconsensual deepfake images poses significant risks to privacy and safety, especially for young women.

The Rise of Deepfakes and Automated Prompt Engineering: Navigating the Future of AI

The advancement of AI has brought significant potential and risks, especially with technologies like deepfakes.

Breaking bad: How bad actors can corrupt the morals of generative AI

AI-generated synthetic media can blur fact and fiction, but humans can exploit AI maliciously through clever prompting.

California targets AI, political deepfakes with new laws

California implements strict laws against AI-generated political disinformation, aiming to protect election integrity and public trust.

AI and the Future of Cybersecurity: Can We Keep Up with the Risks? | HackerNoon

AI revolutionizes industries but poses significant security risks, necessitating advanced safety measures.

Lawmakers introduce AI legislation targeting deepfakes in elections

Bipartisan legislation aims to limit AI misuse in political campaigns.
The bill empowers the FEC to regulate AI-generated political content.
Experts stress urgent need for regulation against misinformation.

Millions of People Are Using Abusive AI 'Nudify' Bots on Telegram

The prevalence of Telegram bots creating nonconsensual deepfake images poses significant risks to privacy and safety, especially for young women.

The Rise of Deepfakes and Automated Prompt Engineering: Navigating the Future of AI

The advancement of AI has brought significant potential and risks, especially with technologies like deepfakes.
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#2024-election

Many political AI deepfakes are totally cartoonish, but the technology is still shaping the election

Absurd AI-generated memes are emerging as tools for misinformation in the 2024 election, despite fears of more realistic deepfakes.

Generative disinfo is real - you're just not the target, warns deepfake tracking nonprofit | TechCrunch

The threat of AI-generated disinformation is significant but not as widespread as feared during the 2024 election; many campaigns target specific groups, not the general public.

Many political AI deepfakes are totally cartoonish, but the technology is still shaping the election

Absurd AI-generated memes are emerging as tools for misinformation in the 2024 election, despite fears of more realistic deepfakes.

Generative disinfo is real - you're just not the target, warns deepfake tracking nonprofit | TechCrunch

The threat of AI-generated disinformation is significant but not as widespread as feared during the 2024 election; many campaigns target specific groups, not the general public.
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#ai-ethics

This Week in AI: It's shockingly easy to make a Kamala Harris deepfake | TechCrunch

The ease of creating deepfakes using generative AI poses significant risks for disinformation.

AI firms agree to fight deepfake nudes in White House pledge

Major AI firms have pledged to prevent misuse of their products for generating abusive sexual imagery.
The White House acknowledged the serious rise in image-based sexual abuse due to AI-generated content.

Apps that create deepfake nudes should be banned, says online safety group

AI-powered nudifying apps that create non-consensual explicit images, especially of children, must be banned to address growing safety concerns.

What happens when a business steals your voice with AI?

Businesses using AI to impersonate individuals raises ethical concerns surrounding consent and authenticity.

White House extracts voluntary commitments from AI vendors to combat deepfake nudes | TechCrunch

Major AI vendors are taking steps to combat nonconsensual deepfakes and child sexual abuse material, marking a significant voluntary commitment to ethical AI practices.

ChatGPT denied 250,000 requests to generate deepfake images of candidates in the month before the election

OpenAI actively rejected numerous requests for generating deepfake images of election candidates to prevent misinformation.

This Week in AI: It's shockingly easy to make a Kamala Harris deepfake | TechCrunch

The ease of creating deepfakes using generative AI poses significant risks for disinformation.

AI firms agree to fight deepfake nudes in White House pledge

Major AI firms have pledged to prevent misuse of their products for generating abusive sexual imagery.
The White House acknowledged the serious rise in image-based sexual abuse due to AI-generated content.

Apps that create deepfake nudes should be banned, says online safety group

AI-powered nudifying apps that create non-consensual explicit images, especially of children, must be banned to address growing safety concerns.

What happens when a business steals your voice with AI?

Businesses using AI to impersonate individuals raises ethical concerns surrounding consent and authenticity.

White House extracts voluntary commitments from AI vendors to combat deepfake nudes | TechCrunch

Major AI vendors are taking steps to combat nonconsensual deepfakes and child sexual abuse material, marking a significant voluntary commitment to ethical AI practices.

ChatGPT denied 250,000 requests to generate deepfake images of candidates in the month before the election

OpenAI actively rejected numerous requests for generating deepfake images of election candidates to prevent misinformation.
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ChatGPT rejected 250,000 election deepfake requests

OpenAI's tools were designed to prevent misuse during elections, with significant measures against generating deepfakes and misinformation.
#disinformation

In search of the foolproof AI watermark

AI-generated content is becoming indistinguishable from real ones, posing risks of misattribution, plagiarism, and disinformation.

Trump posted a fake Taylor Swift image. AI and deepfakes are only going to get worse this election cycle

Generative AI poses significant risks for disinformation, especially as elections approach.
The struggle of social media to manage AI-generated content reflects on ongoing misinformation challenges.

FBI warns voters about inauthentic videos relating to election security

The FBI is combating false election-related videos to preserve election integrity and public trust ahead of the presidential election.

Tim Walz is the victim of a disturbing deepfake campaign & Russia is likely behind it - LGBTQ Nation

Kremlin-backed Storm-1516 is behind a disinformation campaign targeting Tim Walz with deepfake allegations.

In search of the foolproof AI watermark

AI-generated content is becoming indistinguishable from real ones, posing risks of misattribution, plagiarism, and disinformation.

Trump posted a fake Taylor Swift image. AI and deepfakes are only going to get worse this election cycle

Generative AI poses significant risks for disinformation, especially as elections approach.
The struggle of social media to manage AI-generated content reflects on ongoing misinformation challenges.

FBI warns voters about inauthentic videos relating to election security

The FBI is combating false election-related videos to preserve election integrity and public trust ahead of the presidential election.

Tim Walz is the victim of a disturbing deepfake campaign & Russia is likely behind it - LGBTQ Nation

Kremlin-backed Storm-1516 is behind a disinformation campaign targeting Tim Walz with deepfake allegations.
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#cybersecurity

Most people worry about deepfakes - and overestimate their ability to spot them

Consumers are increasingly worried about the role of deepfakes in influencing elections worldwide.

Deepfakes Can Fool Facial Recognition on Crypto Exchanges

Generative AI deepfakes enable fraudsters to bypass identification systems, creating realistic identities for illicit financial activities.

Startup can identify deepfake video in real time

Real-time deepfakes are increasingly accessible, prompting research into CAPTCHA-style tests for securing video calls against AI bot interference.

Generative AI poses several security risks

Generative AI is being exploited in cybercrime to enhance and automate fraud tactics, making it easier to target individuals and organizations.

47% of Organizations Have Dealt With Deepfake Attacks

Deepfake attacks are perceived as a significant threat by organizations, with a critical need for improved protective measures.

Phishing Attacks Are Evolving. Here's How to Resist Them.

Deepfakes are increasingly common and contribute to a significant rise in phishing attacks, requiring improved self-defense strategies from individuals.

Most people worry about deepfakes - and overestimate their ability to spot them

Consumers are increasingly worried about the role of deepfakes in influencing elections worldwide.

Deepfakes Can Fool Facial Recognition on Crypto Exchanges

Generative AI deepfakes enable fraudsters to bypass identification systems, creating realistic identities for illicit financial activities.

Startup can identify deepfake video in real time

Real-time deepfakes are increasingly accessible, prompting research into CAPTCHA-style tests for securing video calls against AI bot interference.

Generative AI poses several security risks

Generative AI is being exploited in cybercrime to enhance and automate fraud tactics, making it easier to target individuals and organizations.

47% of Organizations Have Dealt With Deepfake Attacks

Deepfake attacks are perceived as a significant threat by organizations, with a critical need for improved protective measures.

Phishing Attacks Are Evolving. Here's How to Resist Them.

Deepfakes are increasingly common and contribute to a significant rise in phishing attacks, requiring improved self-defense strategies from individuals.
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#misinformation

2024 Is the Year of the Generative AI Election

Generative AI will amplify misinformation despite existing guardrails.

As Election Day Nears, AI Deepfakes Are Spreading - and Facing Little Oversight

Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris emphasizes the dangers of AI-generated misinformation after deepfakes falsely showed her supporting Donald Trump.

The AI-Driven Truth Crisis

AI's evolving capabilities present both opportunities and challenges, particularly concerning its impact on truth and misinformation in democratic societies.

The summer of 2024: A season of disinformation

The summer of 2023 has seen unprecedented events that fuel misinformation and the misuse of AI technology.

AI Deception: How Generative AI is Being Weaponized for Fraud | HackerNoon

Generative AI holds great promise but also presents significant risks, especially in terms of misuse for fraud and misinformation.

Trump Shares AI-Generated Images Claiming Swifties Are Supporting Him

Trump shared AI-generated images falsely suggesting Taylor Swift fans support his campaign, illustrating the dangers of misinformation in politics.

2024 Is the Year of the Generative AI Election

Generative AI will amplify misinformation despite existing guardrails.

As Election Day Nears, AI Deepfakes Are Spreading - and Facing Little Oversight

Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris emphasizes the dangers of AI-generated misinformation after deepfakes falsely showed her supporting Donald Trump.

The AI-Driven Truth Crisis

AI's evolving capabilities present both opportunities and challenges, particularly concerning its impact on truth and misinformation in democratic societies.

The summer of 2024: A season of disinformation

The summer of 2023 has seen unprecedented events that fuel misinformation and the misuse of AI technology.

AI Deception: How Generative AI is Being Weaponized for Fraud | HackerNoon

Generative AI holds great promise but also presents significant risks, especially in terms of misuse for fraud and misinformation.

Trump Shares AI-Generated Images Claiming Swifties Are Supporting Him

Trump shared AI-generated images falsely suggesting Taylor Swift fans support his campaign, illustrating the dangers of misinformation in politics.
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#election-integrity

What Governor Newsom's AI Deepfake Regulations Mean for the 2024 U.S. Election | HackerNoon

California enacts laws to regulate AI deepfakes in political campaigns, promoting election integrity and transparency ahead of the 2024 elections.

Elon Musk claims victory after judge blocks Calif. deepfake law

A California judge blocked the state’s deepfakes law, ruling it unconstitutional for violating free speech rights under the First Amendment.

Creator of fake Kamala Harris video Musk boosted sues Calif. over deepfake laws

California's new laws restricting deepfakes raise concerns about censorship and free speech, particularly regarding satire and political commentary.

What Governor Newsom's AI Deepfake Regulations Mean for the 2024 U.S. Election | HackerNoon

California enacts laws to regulate AI deepfakes in political campaigns, promoting election integrity and transparency ahead of the 2024 elections.

Elon Musk claims victory after judge blocks Calif. deepfake law

A California judge blocked the state’s deepfakes law, ruling it unconstitutional for violating free speech rights under the First Amendment.

Creator of fake Kamala Harris video Musk boosted sues Calif. over deepfake laws

California's new laws restricting deepfakes raise concerns about censorship and free speech, particularly regarding satire and political commentary.
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Midjourney plans to let anyone on the web edit images with AI | TechCrunch

Midjourney's new editing tool raises concerns over copyright infringement and the potential for deepfakes and misinformation.
#ai-technology

Inside the deepfake porn crisis engulfing Korean schools

The rise of deepfake technology is facilitating the harassment of women and minors online, creating serious psychological and social consequences.

Asian crime gangs are growing fast, thanks to AI

Organized crime syndicates in Asia are leveraging AI, cryptocurrencies, and messaging apps to expand operations, greatly outpacing governmental response efforts.

It's not me, it's just my face': the models who found their likenesses had been used in AI propaganda

AI-generated propaganda videos can exploit individual's likeness for political purposes, raising concerns over consent and personal safety.
Deepfake technology poses significant threats to personal identity and the integrity of information.

Inside the deepfake porn crisis engulfing Korean schools

The rise of deepfake technology is facilitating the harassment of women and minors online, creating serious psychological and social consequences.

Asian crime gangs are growing fast, thanks to AI

Organized crime syndicates in Asia are leveraging AI, cryptocurrencies, and messaging apps to expand operations, greatly outpacing governmental response efforts.

It's not me, it's just my face': the models who found their likenesses had been used in AI propaganda

AI-generated propaganda videos can exploit individual's likeness for political purposes, raising concerns over consent and personal safety.
Deepfake technology poses significant threats to personal identity and the integrity of information.
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Pig Butchering Scams Are Going High Tech

Scammers are exploiting AI and deepfakes in Southeast Asia to enhance sophisticated digital scams like 'pig butchering' investment schemes.
#first-amendment

Judge temporarily blocks new California election deepfake law, citing First Amendment

California's law against election-related deepfakes faces First Amendment challenges, highlighting tensions between free speech and electoral integrity.

Federal judge blocks new California law cracking down on election deepfakes

California's law on election deepfakes paused over First Amendment concerns, highlighting risks of unjustly stifling free speech.

Judge blocks new California law barring distribution of election-related AI deepfakes

California's attempt to regulate AI deepfakes in elections via AB 2839 is halted by a judge before its enforcement.

California's new AI deepfakes law gets blocked by a federal judge. Here's why

California's deepfake law is paused after a judge ruled it likely violates First Amendment rights, emphasizing free expression.

Judge temporarily blocks new California election deepfake law, citing First Amendment

California's law against election-related deepfakes faces First Amendment challenges, highlighting tensions between free speech and electoral integrity.

Federal judge blocks new California law cracking down on election deepfakes

California's law on election deepfakes paused over First Amendment concerns, highlighting risks of unjustly stifling free speech.

Judge blocks new California law barring distribution of election-related AI deepfakes

California's attempt to regulate AI deepfakes in elections via AB 2839 is halted by a judge before its enforcement.

California's new AI deepfakes law gets blocked by a federal judge. Here's why

California's deepfake law is paused after a judge ruled it likely violates First Amendment rights, emphasizing free expression.
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#ai-legislation

Here is what's illegal under California's 9 (and counting) new AI laws | TechCrunch

California is addressing AI-related issues with new legislation, including laws on AI robocalls, deepfake nudes, and content transparency.

Here is what's illegal under California's 8 (and counting) new AI laws | TechCrunch

California is actively pursuing comprehensive regulations addressing AI-related risks and ethical concerns, particularly focusing on content manipulation and user protection.

Here is what's illegal under California's 9 (and counting) new AI laws | TechCrunch

California is addressing AI-related issues with new legislation, including laws on AI robocalls, deepfake nudes, and content transparency.

Here is what's illegal under California's 8 (and counting) new AI laws | TechCrunch

California is actively pursuing comprehensive regulations addressing AI-related risks and ethical concerns, particularly focusing on content manipulation and user protection.
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#ai-regulation

Governor Gavin Newsom signed a flurry of AI bills-but not the most high-profile one

California strengthens regulations on AI rights of actors and political uses of AI, but crucial safety legislation is notably absent.

The FCC may require AI labels for political ads

FCC exploring new rules for disclosing AI in political ads.

Governor Gavin Newsom signed a flurry of AI bills-but not the most high-profile one

California strengthens regulations on AI rights of actors and political uses of AI, but crucial safety legislation is notably absent.

The FCC may require AI labels for political ads

FCC exploring new rules for disclosing AI in political ads.
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#ai

Scammers Are Faking Tom Hanks's Likeness Again

Celebrities like Tom Hanks are being targeted by scammers using AI to create fake endorsements for dubious products.

Google upgrades Search to combat deepfakes and demote sites posting them

Google updates Search to combat deepfakes and protect user privacy by filtering duplicate harmful content and educating users on deepfakes.

Due to AI fakes, the "deep doubt" era is here

The rise of photorealistic AI-generated images has heightened public skepticism toward the authenticity of digital media, ushering in an age of 'deep doubt.'

More than 1 in 10 students say they know of peers who created deepfake nudes, report says

The rise of AI-generated nude images among students reflects broader issues of digital abuse that need addressing.

The Rise of Deepfakes: Understanding the Challenges and Opportunities

Deepfakes offer vast potential but carry significant ethical, legal, and security concerns.
The technology can be used both for entertainment and mischievously, depending on intent.

Scammers Are Faking Tom Hanks's Likeness Again

Celebrities like Tom Hanks are being targeted by scammers using AI to create fake endorsements for dubious products.

Google upgrades Search to combat deepfakes and demote sites posting them

Google updates Search to combat deepfakes and protect user privacy by filtering duplicate harmful content and educating users on deepfakes.

Due to AI fakes, the "deep doubt" era is here

The rise of photorealistic AI-generated images has heightened public skepticism toward the authenticity of digital media, ushering in an age of 'deep doubt.'

More than 1 in 10 students say they know of peers who created deepfake nudes, report says

The rise of AI-generated nude images among students reflects broader issues of digital abuse that need addressing.

The Rise of Deepfakes: Understanding the Challenges and Opportunities

Deepfakes offer vast potential but carry significant ethical, legal, and security concerns.
The technology can be used both for entertainment and mischievously, depending on intent.
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#california

California advances AI proposals on discrimination, deepfakes, jobs

California aims to build public trust, fight algorithmic discrimination, and outlaw certain deepfakes, potentially leading the way for AI regulations in the US.

California's 5 new AI laws crack down on election deepfakes and actor clones | TechCrunch

California has enacted some of the strictest AI regulations in the U.S., particularly concerning deepfakes and consent in the entertainment industry.

California advances AI proposals on discrimination, deepfakes, jobs

California aims to build public trust, fight algorithmic discrimination, and outlaw certain deepfakes, potentially leading the way for AI regulations in the US.

California's 5 new AI laws crack down on election deepfakes and actor clones | TechCrunch

California has enacted some of the strictest AI regulations in the U.S., particularly concerning deepfakes and consent in the entertainment industry.
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#ai-generated-content

Google will begin flagging AI-generated images in Search later this year | TechCrunch

Google will flag AI-generated images in search results, relying on C2PA metadata for validity.

Amazon joins C2PA steering committee to identify AI-generated content

C2PA aims to certify digital content origins as deepfakes rise, with Amazon joining to enhance transparency through Content Credentials.

Could Trump's AI-generated Taylor Swift endorsement be illegal? | TechCrunch

The rise of AI-generated images in political campaigns raises legal and ethical concerns, particularly regarding misrepresentation of celebrities like Taylor Swift.

Google will begin flagging AI-generated images in Search later this year | TechCrunch

Google will flag AI-generated images in search results, relying on C2PA metadata for validity.

Amazon joins C2PA steering committee to identify AI-generated content

C2PA aims to certify digital content origins as deepfakes rise, with Amazon joining to enhance transparency through Content Credentials.

Could Trump's AI-generated Taylor Swift endorsement be illegal? | TechCrunch

The rise of AI-generated images in political campaigns raises legal and ethical concerns, particularly regarding misrepresentation of celebrities like Taylor Swift.
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#taylor-swift

Taylor Swift cites AI deepfakes in endorsement for Kamala Harris

Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris for president, citing fears about AI-generated misinformation and the need for transparency in political endorsements.

AI That Actually Matters! - See Also

AI is revolutionizing the legal process, making it more efficient and allowing lawyers to focus on higher-level tasks.

Taylor Swift cites AI deepfakes in endorsement for Kamala Harris

Taylor Swift endorsed Kamala Harris for president, citing fears about AI-generated misinformation and the need for transparency in political endorsements.

AI That Actually Matters! - See Also

AI is revolutionizing the legal process, making it more efficient and allowing lawyers to focus on higher-level tasks.
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YouTube Developing AI Detection and Control Tools for Creators - Lindsey Gamble

YouTube is creating AI detection tools for creators to manage AI-generated content simulating their identities.
#south-korea

South Korea investigates Telegram over alleged sexual deepfakes

South Korea faces a rising threat of deepfakes, predominantly impacting women and teenage girls, prompting urgent actions from authorities.

South Korea will increase criminal penalties for sexual deepfakes shared on platforms like Telegram

South Korea is enhancing penalties for creating sexually explicit deepfakes amidst rising incidents and victimization, especially among minors.

South Korea investigates Telegram over alleged sexual deepfakes

South Korea faces a rising threat of deepfakes, predominantly impacting women and teenage girls, prompting urgent actions from authorities.

South Korea will increase criminal penalties for sexual deepfakes shared on platforms like Telegram

South Korea is enhancing penalties for creating sexually explicit deepfakes amidst rising incidents and victimization, especially among minors.
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#legislation

Microsoft joins coalition to scrub revenge and deepfake porn from Bing

Microsoft and StopNCII tackle non-consensual intimate images and deepfakes effectively for victims of privacy violations.

Australia not equipped to handle deepfake electoral threat

Deepfakes pose a significant threat to the integrity of Australia's electoral system.

Microsoft joins coalition to scrub revenge and deepfake porn from Bing

Microsoft and StopNCII tackle non-consensual intimate images and deepfakes effectively for victims of privacy violations.

Australia not equipped to handle deepfake electoral threat

Deepfakes pose a significant threat to the integrity of Australia's electoral system.
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How might advertisers be impacted by California's new AI watermarking bill?

California's AB 3211 mandates AI developers to watermark content to enhance transparency and trust in AI-generated media.

If you are outraged by Trump's use of AI and deepfakes, don't be that's exactly what he wants | Sophia Smith Galer

Trump criticized Harris for allegedly using AI-generated images to misrepresent a crowd at an airport while he himself shared AI-generated images without concern.

Trump 'accepts' AI-generated fake Taylor Swift endorsement

Trump's use of AI-generated images raises concerns about election disinformation and legal loopholes.
Generative AI in politics may outpace existing regulations on misleading content.

40+ Civil Society Organizations Endorse FCC Proposal to Protect Voters from Deceptive Deepfakes

Civil society organizations are urging the FCC to enforce transparency regarding AI-generated political ads, highlighting the threat of deepfakes to elections.

Daily briefing: Deepfakes hawk fake drugs using scientists' faces

Deepfakes are undermining the credibility of scientific research amidst challenges for Afghan scientists and setbacks in MDMA's approval for PTSD.

Generative AI poses security threat for IT Leaders

Generative AI and deepfakes are significant threats; Data breaches on the rise; Job turnover high in IT security

Elon Musk's repost of a Kamala Harris deepfake shows he's no free speech warrior

The reposting of an AI deepfake video by a major social platform owner like Elon Musk normalizes deepfakes and undermines community guidelines.

Researchers detect deepfakes with the same tools used to survey galaxies

Researchers claim they can detect deepfakes by studying reflections in the eyes using astronomy tools.

Generative AI poses threat to election security, federal intelligence agencies warn

Generative AI poses a serious threat to election security, both domestically and internationally.
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