

AI Deepfakes Are Everywhere and Congress is Completely Out of Their Depth
Feb 9, 2024
Janus Rose, a Motherboard Senior Editor, and Lia Holland from Fight for the Future discuss the challenges Congress faces in combating AI-generated scams and abuse, including AI deepfakes of celebrities like Taylor Swift. They explore the limits of legislation and the implications of fake content spreading on the internet. The speakers highlight the need for understanding, legislation, and addressing the root problem of AI deepfakes. They also touch on issues such as data privacy and anxieties about the economy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Work of Fight for the Future and the Taylor Swift Deepfake Incident
04:10 • 3min
Exploring the Rise of AI Deepfakes and the Need for Legislation
07:05 • 5min
AI Jacketing and the Culture of Distrust
11:53 • 21min
AI Deepfakes and the Challenges in Stopping their Spread
33:17 • 7min
Legislation Targeting Deepfakes and Data Privacy
40:00 • 15min
Anxieties about the Economy and the Appeal of Simple Solutions
54:43 • 4min