FCC Proposes Criminalizing AI-Generated Robocalls

The FCC is seeking to classify robocalls that use AI-generated voices as illegal under existing law, making it easier to crack down on bad actors and protect consumers from scams and frauds. The rise of AI-generated voices mimicking celebrities and politicians has raised concerns about the potential for increased spam and scams. The proposal comes after incidents such as a call impersonating President Joe Biden, created using AI tools, and aims to provide new tools for State Attorneys General offices to combat such fraudulent activities.