AI Voice Robocalls Banned by Federal Communications Enforcer
- FCC bans the use of AI-generated voices in robocalls targeting consumers under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
- Voice-cloning technology is immediately banned to prevent fraud and misinformation.
- FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel warns that bad actors use AI voices to extort, imitate celebrities, and misinform voters.
- State Attorneys General are empowered to crack down on scams to protect the public.
- A cease-and-desist order was issued against a company using a deepfake of President Joe Biden in robocalls.
- Violating the anti-robocall law can lead to multimillion-dollar settlements.
- The ban on voice-cloning tech aims to deter negative uses of AI in robocalls.
- The FCC’s ruling comes after an inquiry into regulating AI-powered spam calls.
- Entities using AI voices in robocalls must obtain consent from consumers and provide disclosures and opt-outs.
- Consumers have the choice to receive AI-generated calls, but regulations apply to prevent deception and annoyance.
