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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.

AI Deepfake Robocall Mimicking Biden Signals New Era of Election Disinformation

New Hampshire voters recently received an AI-generated robocall impersonating President Biden in an apparent attempt to suppress primary turnout. Experts warn this incident serves as an early warning for widespread AI-driven erosion of electoral trust.

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 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 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.

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.

New TRACED Act Targets Robocallers With Heavier Fines and Strict Rules

The bipartisan TRACED Act is now law, giving regulators stronger tools to fight the billions of annoying and malicious robocalls Americans receive each year. The legislation mandates anti-spoofing technology, increases fines, and extends the FCC's ability to pursue scammers.

Congress Passes Landmark TRACED Act to Combat Robocalls

The Senate approves the TRACED Act, giving the government new powers to prosecute robocallers and requiring carriers to offer free call-blocking tools. President Trump is expected to sign the first major anti-robocall legislation in decades.

Senate Passes Bipartisan TRACED Act to Combat Illegal Robocalls

The Senate passes the TRACED Act, a bipartisan bill requiring carriers to block robocalls using new authentication technology. The legislation now heads to the President's desk for a final signature.

House and Senate Reach Agreement on Bipartisan Robocall Legislation

Lawmakers from both chambers unite to combat the ongoing robocall epidemic by finalizing the Pallone-Thune TRACED Act. The proposed legislation requires carriers to block suspicious calls at no extra cost to consumers.

FCC Clears Path for Default Robocall Blocking, Stops Short of Mandating Free Service

The FCC officially votes to encourage carriers to enable robocall blocking by default, removing regulatory uncertainty. However, the measure does not require carriers to offer this protection for free.