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The FTC’s AI portfolio is about to get bigger

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The FTC’s AI portfolio is about to get bigger The Federal Trade Commission is poised to deepen its involvement in curbing the use of AI for malicious purposes, including the spread of nonconsensual sexualized deepfakes and voice cloning scams. Last year, Congress passed the Take It Down Act, a law that allowed for criminal prosecution of individuals who share or distribute nonconsensual, intimate ...
The FTC’s escalating focus on AI-generated harms reflects a broader societal reckoning with the dual-edged nature of generative technology. At its strongest, this narrative highlights legitimate concerns about nonconsensual deepfakes, child exploitation, and AI-enabled fraud—issues that demand regulatory attention. The Take It Down Act represents a concrete step toward accountability, though its effectiveness hinges on enforcement and platform compliance. However, the article subtly frames the F...