Musk's X Sues to Block California's Groundbreaking Deepfake Deception Act
In a bold legal move, X, the platform owned by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has initiated a lawsuit against the state of California over its newly enacted legislation known as the Deepfake Deception Act. This law aims to regulate the use of deepfake technology, which has surged in popularity and poses significant risks, particularly in the realms of misinformation and online fraud.
Continue readingCourt Decision on Political AI Deepfakes Sparks Free Speech Debate
In a landmark ruling, a U.S. court has decided to temporarily halt a state-level ban on the use of artificial intelligence-generated deepfakes in political advertising. This decision has far-reaching implications for free speech and the evolving relationship between technology and politics.
Continue readingRussian Operatives Use Deepfake Technology to Discredit Kamala Harris, Microsoft Reveals
In a disturbing revelation, Microsoft has reported that Russian operatives have deployed deepfake technology in an attempt to undermine U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris. This incident highlights the growing threats posed by advanced technological manipulations in the realm of political discourse and misinformation.
Continue readingMeta Takes on Celebrity Scams with Facial Recognition Technology
In a proactive move, Meta Platforms Inc. has announced its plan to deploy facial recognition technology as a means to combat the rising issue of fraudulent celebrity impersonations online. This initiative comes in response to longstanding concerns about the prevalent use of deepfakes and digital manipulation to create misleading content that misrepresents celebrities, often to exploit unsuspecting fans.
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