Microsoft has urged the US government to implement new regulations to address the misuse of AI-generated deepfakes, specifically their use in committing crimes like fraud, abuse, and manipulation. The company highlights the vulnerability of children and the elderly to this form of abuse and emphasizes the need for accountability for creators of malicious deepfakes.
Malaysia will mandate social media platforms with more than 8 million users to obtain a license by August 1, 2023, as part of efforts to combat cybercrime. The move aims to ensure compliance with Malaysian laws against scams, cyberbullying, and sexual offenses. Failure to apply for a license by January 1, 2025, will result in legal action.
A surge in unlicensed beauty practitioners in the UK is causing concern as they perform treatments like fillers and chemical peels without proper qualifications, putting clients at risk. This unregulated industry is costing the NHS millions to treat complications, while stricter regulations in Europe have seen a significant decrease in adverse incidents. Experts urge the government to implement tougher laws to protect consumers.
India’s food safety regulator, FSSAI, is drafting regulations to distinguish nutraceuticals from pharmaceutical drugs, addressing concerns about companies mislabeling products and potentially selling drugs under the guise of supplements. The move comes after a surge in complaints regarding the quality of nutraceuticals and FSSAI’s own surveillance efforts uncovering dubious practices. This initiative aims to provide clarity for consumers and ensure that health supplements are appropriately regulated.
Davao City is actively promoting community-based tourism to foster sustainable development. The city aims to create a tourism industry that supports both visitors and the local community while respecting the natural environment.
King Charles III has granted Royal Assent to the Pedicabs (London) Bill, introducing new regulations for pedicab operations in the city. This legislation empowers Transport for London to implement a licensing system, addressing concerns regarding excessive fares, safety issues, and nuisance behaviors.
The Connecticut Senate is actively debating a comprehensive bill designed to regulate the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence (AI). This legislation aims to provide consumer protections while fostering the growth of AI innovation. One key focus is combating deep fakes, where AI generates false pornographic images using existing videos. The bill establishes a crime for distributing such content and prohibits deceptive media dissemination before elections. Additionally, it mandates that AI developers mitigate biases based on factors like age, religion, and ethnicity. The state attorney general has enforcement authority. Despite concerns about impeding business growth, supporters argue the need for guidelines to prevent the misuse of AI. The revised bill incorporates compromises to address business and economic development concerns.
As the entertainment industry grapples with the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), concerns are mounting over its potential impact on jobs, fair compensation, and intellectual property rights. The industry’s initial reaction has been to fight the inevitable, portraying AI as an existential threat. However, this approach is ultimately self-defeating and prevents Hollywood from engaging with regulators to shape the responsible rollout of AI in the sector. To protect workers and thrive alongside AI, the entertainment industry must shift its focus from fighting to engaging with regulators and developing a vision for a creative sector that embraces both human creativity and AI-powered dynamism. The recent SAG-AFTRA deal with record labels, which mandates consent and compensation for digital replicas of artists’ voices, provides a potential starting point for such a roadmap.
As artificial intelligence (AI) tools become more accessible, deepfakes are emerging as a threat to the integrity of elections. Deepfakes, which are manipulated audio or video content, can be used to spread misinformation, damage reputations, and interfere with the democratic process. While some experts believe that deepfakes could have a significant impact on elections, others argue that their potential is overstated. In addition, there is a lack of regulation and enforcement mechanisms to prevent the misuse of deepfakes. As a result, it is important for individuals to be aware of the potential risks of deepfakes and to take steps to protect themselves from being misled.
The stock market has become a gambler’s den, and it’s time for some out-of-the-box thinking when it comes to regulation. Here are five top ideas for putting an end to this mindless gambling: 1. Tax intra-day futures and options (F&O) trading punitively. 2. Hold brokers responsible for encouraging excessive leverage. 3. Stop stock exchanges from making trading easier just to increase volumes. 4. Allow hedging positions to fulfill the intended purpose of F&O trading. 5. Rethink investor education efforts to combat the allure of quick profits.
