Man behind fake Biden robocall says he did it 'to make a difference'

Steve Kramer, a former consultant for Rep. Dean Phillips' presidential campaign, admitted to sending AI-generated calls impersonating President Joe Biden to New Hampshire voters. Kramer stated that he used AI to highlight the potential misuse of the technology in politics, warning that anyone could replicate his actions with a small investment. He called for federal regulators to take immediate action against the misuse of AI for misleading and disruptive purposes.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has since reformed the Telephone Consumer Protection Act to ban AI-generated voices in robocalls. Kramer, who was paid over $100,000 by Phillips' campaign for consulting work, has not faced legal consequences for his actions yet. However, Phillips' campaign has condemned his actions and hinted at possible legal action against him.

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Steve Kramer, a former consultant for Rep. Dean Phillips' presidential campaign, admitted to sending AI-generated calls from President Joe Biden to New Hampshire voters.
Kramer warned that with a small investment, anyone could replicate his actions and use AI for misleading and disruptive purposes in politics.
The Federal Communications Commission has since reformed the Telephone Consumer Protection Act to forbid AI-generated voices in robocalls.
Kramer has not yet faced legal backlash for the robocalls, but Phillips' campaign has hinted it may pursue action against him for his involvement.

Man behind fake Biden robocall says he did it 'to make a difference'

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