Tag: Consumer protection

End users beware: the FTC’s warning that advanced AI technology, like ChatGPT, could be used to “turbocharge” fraud and scams is a stark reminder of the risks posed by this tech. FTC Chair Lina Khan and fellow commissioners outline strategies to protect against these threats and promote a safe, well-regulated economic environment.

As the European Union debates instituting a ban on certain chatbots, the conversation around AI regulation has taken center stage, fueled by the Italian data protection authority's decision to temporarily ban OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot. OpenAI has since strengthened its privacy commitment, as Spain and France join the debate on the proposed AI Act. Questions still abound as to whether ChatGPT falls under this proposed regulation; however, all parties agree that the positive properties of AI in a digital society should be embraced, with an eye towards the need for accountability.

As the European Union debates instituting a ban on certain chatbots, the conversation around AI regulation has taken center stage, fueled by the Italian data protection authority's decision to temporarily ban OpenAI's ChatGPT chatbot. OpenAI has since strengthened its privacy commitment, as Spain and France join the debate on the proposed AI Act. Questions still abound as to whether ChatGPT falls under this proposed regulation; however, all parties agree that the positive properties of AI in a digital society should be embraced, with an eye towards the need for accountability.

This article explores the dangers of generative AI and the importance of regulating it in order to protect the public. It examines the potential benefits of Meta's segment anything model (SAM) and how it can be used to manipulate users with personalized advertising. Written by an established expert in the field of mixed reality, the article emphasizes the need to advocate for more AI protections from policymakers. Discover the hidden dangers of generative AI and how to defend against them.