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.
How much did AI really impact the election?
AI-driven misinformation, exemplified by a fake Joe Biden robocall, poses a significant threat to democracy and public trust.
Experts at the Web Summit emphasized the urgent need for action against AI-related misinformation.
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.
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.
Meta debuts a tool for watermarking AI-generated videos | TechCrunch
The rise of deepfakes has prompted Meta to create Video Seal, a tool that aims to improve video watermarking to combat AI-generated content.
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.
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.
How much did AI really impact the election?
AI-driven misinformation, exemplified by a fake Joe Biden robocall, poses a significant threat to democracy and public trust.
Experts at the Web Summit emphasized the urgent need for action against AI-related misinformation.
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.
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.
Meta debuts a tool for watermarking AI-generated videos | TechCrunch
The rise of deepfakes has prompted Meta to create Video Seal, a tool that aims to improve video watermarking to combat AI-generated content.
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.
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.
Video is AI's new frontier and it is so persuasive, we should all be worried | Victoria Turk
OpenAI's Sora marks a significant advancement in AI video generation, but it raises critical concerns about authenticity and the potential for misuse.
How Utah and Texas became the face of political deepfakes ahead of the 2024 election
Deepfakes pose significant risks to elections, particularly in local and down-ballot races, as they can easily mislead voters.
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.
UK startup launches 'world's first' AI deepfake-detecting browser
Surf Security has developed a browser feature that detects AI-generated deepfakes with up to 98% accuracy.
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.
Video is AI's new frontier and it is so persuasive, we should all be worried | Victoria Turk
OpenAI's Sora marks a significant advancement in AI video generation, but it raises critical concerns about authenticity and the potential for misuse.
How Utah and Texas became the face of political deepfakes ahead of the 2024 election
Deepfakes pose significant risks to elections, particularly in local and down-ballot races, as they can easily mislead voters.
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.
UK startup launches 'world's first' AI deepfake-detecting browser
Surf Security has developed a browser feature that detects AI-generated deepfakes with up to 98% accuracy.
Real-time deepfakes are increasingly accessible, prompting research into CAPTCHA-style tests for securing video calls against AI bot interference.
Low-tech solutions to high-tech cybercrimes
AI cybercrime is on the rise, demanding new defense strategies against increasingly sophisticated attacks.
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.
Is the Weakest Link in Cybersecurity Becoming Even Weaker? | HackerNoon
Human error is a critical factor in cybersecurity breaches, with 95% stemming from mistakes.
The emergence of deepfakes exacerbates the risks associated with human vulnerabilities in security.
Wiz CEO says company was targeted with deepfake attack that used his voice | TechCrunch
Even cybersecurity firms can fall victim to deepfake attacks, showcasing vulnerabilities in digital security.
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.
Low-tech solutions to high-tech cybercrimes
AI cybercrime is on the rise, demanding new defense strategies against increasingly sophisticated attacks.
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.
Is the Weakest Link in Cybersecurity Becoming Even Weaker? | HackerNoon
Human error is a critical factor in cybersecurity breaches, with 95% stemming from mistakes.
The emergence of deepfakes exacerbates the risks associated with human vulnerabilities in security.
Wiz CEO says company was targeted with deepfake attack that used his voice | TechCrunch
Even cybersecurity firms can fall victim to deepfake attacks, showcasing vulnerabilities in digital security.
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.
Lawyer Submits Anti-AI Document That Appears to Have Been Created Using AI
A lawyer advocating against deepfakes has been accused of using AI to fabricate evidence, highlighting the irony in technology's role in legal deception.
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.
Lawyer Submits Anti-AI Document That Appears to Have Been Created Using AI
A lawyer advocating against deepfakes has been accused of using AI to fabricate evidence, highlighting the irony in technology's role in legal deception.
LinkedIn Is Verifying Users Free, Sees Fewer Fake Recruiters | Entrepreneur
LinkedIn aims to combat misinformation by verifying users; they've verified 55 million since launching the service in April 2023, a substantial investment.
The Far Right Is Creating Emblematic Narratives for People to Latch Onto
California's new laws address deepfakes in political ads, aiming for transparency amid growing concerns over misinformation in elections.
All AI has done this election is convince Taylor Swift to endorse Harris
AI has not disrupted the 2024 election as feared; its presence is mainly through memes and social media humor.
Stanford professor paid $600/hr for expertise accused of using ChatGPT
Jeff Hancock, a misinformation expert, mistakenly cited nonexistent research in a court declaration, undermining his credibility.
Trump Finds His New Benghazi
Donald Trump's false claims about Kamala Harris's campaign crowd illustrate how misinformation exploits social media dynamics, despite being quickly debunked.
LinkedIn Is Verifying Users Free, Sees Fewer Fake Recruiters | Entrepreneur
LinkedIn aims to combat misinformation by verifying users; they've verified 55 million since launching the service in April 2023, a substantial investment.
The Far Right Is Creating Emblematic Narratives for People to Latch Onto
California's new laws address deepfakes in political ads, aiming for transparency amid growing concerns over misinformation in elections.
All AI has done this election is convince Taylor Swift to endorse Harris
AI has not disrupted the 2024 election as feared; its presence is mainly through memes and social media humor.
Stanford professor paid $600/hr for expertise accused of using ChatGPT
Jeff Hancock, a misinformation expert, mistakenly cited nonexistent research in a court declaration, undermining his credibility.
Trump Finds His New Benghazi
Donald Trump's false claims about Kamala Harris's campaign crowd illustrate how misinformation exploits social media dynamics, despite being quickly debunked.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Taylor Swift cites AI deepfakes in endorsement for Kamala Harris
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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.
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.