An artificial intelligence (AI) that lets you communicate with a digital version of a deceased loved one. It sounds like the stuff of science fiction. (In fact, it’s the basis for an episode of “Black Mirror.”) But as NPR reported Sunday (July 21), there’s a...
From Washington to Brussels, policymakers are scrambling to rein in artificial intelligence’s (AI) rapid advance. As the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) targets AI-powered robocalls and the EU’s landmark AI Act looms, experts warn that smart regulation is crucial to harness AI’s potential while guarding against...
The pristine lawns of Wimbledon are now home to more than just world-class tennis. This year, the All England Lawn Tennis Club deployed a new ally in its fight against online harassment: artificial intelligence. The move mirrors a broader trend across industries as organizations grapple...
The promise of artificial intelligence to generate images from simple text prompts has captured imaginations, with tools like DALL-E and Midjourney producing visuals. Yet, as users push the boundaries of these tools, the limitations of AI’s understanding become apparent. In one example, a viral attempt...
July 04, 2024
The promise of artificial intelligence to generate images from simple text prompts has captured imaginations, with tools like DALL-E and Midjourney producing visuals. Yet, as users push the boundaries of these tools, the limitations of AI’s understanding become apparent. In one example, a viral attempt to generate a video of the Tour de France using […]
June 24, 2024
As travelers pack their bags for long-awaited summer trips, a new breed of scammer is tagging along — powered by artificial intelligence (AI). From fake rental listings to phantom flight...
May 15, 2024
As the company that laid claim to the concept of “digital identity” more than 10 years ago, Prove Identity takes verification seriously, even when it’s not. Case in point: As...
February 29, 2024
If payments make the world go ’round, authentication keeps it spinning. As online interactions spread, and commerce goes digital, the critical role of authentication processes, protocols and innovations is growing...
August 08, 2024
ID verification firm Socure has introduced a new way for businesses to validate return customers. Selfie Reverification, announced Thursday (Aug. 8), can validate customers online with a selfie from any device in less than two seconds. “Identity verification isn’t a one-time event. As consumers interact with an online service over time, their risk profile can […]
July 21, 2024
An artificial intelligence (AI) that lets you communicate with a digital version of a deceased loved one. It sounds like the stuff of science fiction. (In fact, it’s the basis...
May 22, 2024
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing new rules for political ads aired on TV and over the radio. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel on Wednesday (May 22) issued a proposal that...
May 05, 2024
Berkshire Hathaway’s Warren Buffett has compared the development of artificial intelligence (AI) to the atomic bomb. Just like that invention, the multibillionaire said Saturday (May 4) at Berkshire’s annual meeting, AI...
