Misleading 'pro-Harris' texts are bombarding swing state voters
Democratic voters in swing states received misleading text messages about Kamala Harris' position on Israel, originating from a Republican-backed digital consulting firm.
Tech giants pledge action against deceptive AI in elections
Tech giants including Microsoft, Meta, Google, Amazon, X, OpenAI, and TikTok have unveiled an agreement aimed at mitigating the risk of AI disrupting elections in 2024.
The agreement focuses on AI-generated images, video, and audio that could deceive voters, but does not call for an outright ban on such content.
Fears over AI being used to mislead voters and misrepresent candidates are escalating as elections approach.
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.