fcc FCC Bans AI-Generated Voice Clones in Robocalls Under TCPA The Federal Communications Commission now classifies AI-generated cloned voices as artificial under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, making them illegal in robocalls without prior express consent. This ruling empowers state attorneys general to pursue damages against violators.
spacex FCC Approves SpaceX and T-Mobile Direct-to-Phone Starlink Service SpaceX receives regulatory approval to provide satellite-based cellular coverage through T-Mobile, beating out rivals in the emerging direct-to-phone market. The service focuses on connecting users in remote areas and emergency situations.
amazon FTC Opens Informal Inquiry Into Amazon's AI Startup Deal With Adept The Federal Trade Commission seeks more information about Amazon's recent agreement to license technology and hire executives from AI startup Adept. This probe reflects a broader regulatory push to scrutinize big tech investments in the artificial intelligence sector.
fcc FCC Slaps $6 Million Fine on Consultant Behind Biden Deepfake Robocalls A political consultant faces a historic $6 million FCC fine and state criminal charges for using AI to clone President Biden's voice in deceptive robocalls. The case highlights growing concerns over generative AI interfering in elections.
fcc FCC Declares AI-Generated Voices in Robocalls Illegal The Federal Communications Commission rules that robocalls using artificial intelligence to clone voices are illegal under a 1991 law. The decision allows the agency to issue fines, block carrier networks, and empower victims to sue scammers.
fcc New Martha Wright-Reed Act Grants FCC Power to Regulate Prison Phone Rates A newly passed bill gives the FCC direct authority to set fair rates for prison and detention facility phone calls, ending decades of price gouging. The legislation targets a billion-dollar industry that routinely charges extortionate fees to a literally captive customer base.
tesla Tesla Reverses Course, Prepares to Reinstall Radar in Vehicles Tesla plans to introduce a new radar product to its vehicles this January, backing away from its strict camera-only approach. The shift comes after the company removed radar and ultrasonic sensors amid ongoing safety scrutiny.
fcc FCC Blacklists First Telecom Carrier for Ignoring Robocall Regulations The FCC issues its first carrier blacklist under new robocall rules, forcing all providers to block traffic from Global UC after the company fails to implement required anti-robocalling technology.
lynk Lynk Gains FCC Approval for Satellite-to-Phone Texting Service Lynk receives FCC approval for its space-based texting technology, potentially beating Starlink and Apple to market. The company now seeks a US mobile network partner to launch its emergency SMS service.
tiktok FCC Commissioner Demands Apple and Google Ban TikTok Over Surveillance Fears A Federal Communications Commission commissioner urges Apple and Google to remove TikTok from their app stores following reports that the app accesses U.S. user data from China. The official labels the popular video app a sophisticated surveillance tool rather than a simple entertainment platform.
tesla Tesla Files For New Radar Despite Push For Camera-Only Self-Driving Tesla officially files with the FCC to use a new 4D imaging radar in its vehicles, creating confusion over Elon Musk's strict camera-only vision strategy. The move sparks concern among owners who fear their current hardware lacks the sensors needed for future self-driving capabilities.
biden Biden Signs Executive Order to Curb Big Tech Anti-Competitive Practices President Biden signs a sweeping executive order targeting anti-competitive practices in Big Tech and other major industries. The order directs multiple federal agencies to increase scrutiny of corporate consolidation and protect consumers.
fcc Biden's FCC Faces Broadband Challenges Left by Trump Administration The new administration's FCC tackles critical broadband infrastructure issues including cybersecurity, 5G deployment, and data collection that previous leadership overlooked.
fcc FCC Confirms Wireless Carriers Broke Law Selling User Location Data The FCC concludes that one or more wireless carriers illegally sell user location data to third-party brokers. Agency leadership promises impending fines for the unnamed companies involved.
covid-19 Global Tech Industry Responds to Unprecedented COVID-19 Shutdown Technology companies adapt quickly to the global coronavirus pandemic by launching information portals, cancelling major events, and creating developer programs to find solutions.