An investigation reveals brands are using AI-generated influencers on social media to promote products, often without disclosing it. This practice, driven by cost savings and control, raises concerns about consumer trust and transparency, with new EU regulations set to address AI-generated content labeling.
The FBI has seized 13 fake consulting company domains used by Chinese intelligence services to target current and former US security clearance holders with AI-generated content. China denies the allegations, calling them slander.
Warner Music Group (WMG) has acquired AI attribution startup Sureel AI, which uses patented technology to create "AI DNA" for songs. The acquisition aims to help WMG track the use of its artists' work in AI-generated content and training models.
The Bank of England is warning the public about AI-generated scams after deepfake videos depicting Nigel Farage and Governor Andrew Bailey fighting circulated on X. Bailey urged vigilance and reporting of such content, highlighting the rise of fake adverts impersonating central banks.
The Bank of England warns of rising AI-generated scams after deepfake videos of Nigel Farage and Governor Andrew Bailey fighting spread online, urging vigilance and reporting of such content.
A backlash against AI-generated content, dubbed 'anti-slop', is emerging in the creative industry, emphasizing handmade, DIY aesthetics as a counter to slick but soulless AI creations.
Labour MP Jess Asato is suing Elon Musk's xAI over AI-generated, non-consensual sexualized content, including images and a video, arguing the company violated data protection law and private information rights.
Major platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok are labeling AI-generated content but offer no filters to exclude it. DeviantArt and Pinterest have filters, but they are difficult to find and largely ineffective, suggesting a reluctance by tech giants to truly address the issue.
JioStar, the Reliance-Disney venture, plans to significantly boost AI-generated content on JioHotstar following the strong performance of its AI-made Mahabharat series, which garnered 6.5 million views on its first day. The company aims to reduce production costs and is hiring AI specialists.
WIRED retracts an excerpt from Steve Rosenbaum's book 'The Future of Truth' after AI-detection tools suggest significant AI-generated content, despite the author's claims of only using AI for research and editing.
China's Cyberspace Administration introduced new rules in Oct 2025 requiring influencers discussing health or law to have professional qualifications. Platforms must verify creators, and AI-generated content must be disclosed. Fines up to 100,000 yuan apply for violations.
arXiv now holds authors fully responsible for AI-generated content in their submissions, including errors and plagiarism. Violators face a 1-year ban and mandatory peer-review acceptance for future submissions.
arXiv, a major preprint server, will ban authors for one year and require future submissions to be peer-reviewed if they submit inappropriate AI-generated content. The new policy aims to uphold scholarly communication standards.
arXiv, a major preprint server, will ban users for one year and require future submissions to be peer-reviewed if they submit AI-generated content that violates scholarly communication standards. Thomas Dietterich, an arXiv moderation team member, announced the policy, emphasizing author responsibility for content.
Spotify launched a 'Verified by Spotify' badge system to help listeners distinguish human musicians from AI-generated content. The green checkmark will appear on artist profiles meeting authenticity standards, while profiles primarily representing AI-generated music will be ineligible. The initiative comes as Deezer reported synthetic tracks now comprise 44% of daily uploads, and Sony Music has sought takedown of over 135,000 AI-produced songs mimicking its artists.
Taylor Swift has filed three US trademark applications to protect her voice and likeness from AI-generated deepfakes and unauthorized use. The applications cover audio clips of her voice introducing herself and an iconic image from her Eras Tour in a sparkly bodysuit with a pink guitar. The move follows a surge in fake AI content featuring the singer, including manipulated images shared by Donald Trump and sexually explicit deepfakes.
Taylor Swift has applied to trademark her voice and image amid growing concerns around AI-generated content.
Most of the integrations are aimed at fighting deepfakes as the rise of AI-generated content makes it increasingly difficult to distinguish humans from AI.
Google supports the Indian General Election by providing easy access to voting information and countering misinformation. Initiatives include partnering with the Election Commission, prioritizing trusted content on YouTube, and implementing advertising policies for transparency. Measures against AI-generated content are also taken.
