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The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is tackling the potential misuse of AI-based technologies, such as ChatGPT, to commit fraud or scams. FTC Chair Lina Khan said the agency is ready to use its current laws against unfair and deceptive practices to hold companies accountable if they misuse the technology. Nasdaq's President and CEO Adena Friedman noted that while AI can be used for the good of society, it must be regulated and used responsibly. Expect the FTC to enforce laws to protect American consumers from misuse of AI technology.
Stay informed on the latest tech news as Snapchat introduces My AI, an AI chatbot which provides creative content and personalized recommendations like filters and locations. All conversations have been found to follow guidelines in 99.5% of cases, so you can be sure you're getting accurate information. Elon Musk spoke recently about the growing reliance on AI and FTC's Lina Khan's upcoming testimony. However, as AI is used more, there's valid concern over potential plagiarism and accuracy of generated content.
Google, a leading provider of internet services, has rolled out an update to its video calling service Meet. With this update, users are now able to mute video feeds of other participants in their meeting, providing an opportunity to focus on the presenter or hide participants with distracting video feeds. This functionality for all Google Workspace customers, as well as legacy G Suite Basic and Business customers, can simply be activated by selecting 'Audio only' before joining. Additionally, admins are now able to customize the background image for their users to suit their brand guidelines.
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is fighting against frauds by warning us about the risks associated with modern AI technologies like ChatGPT. Chair Lina Khan, a Yale Law school graduate, is leading the organization in a safer, more technologically savvy direction. Let's join forces with the FTC to make a more secure and efficient marketplace for everyone.
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