Hey there, tech enthusiasts! It’s your favorite techie, Nuked, here to sprinkle some humor into the world of technology. Buckle up as we dive into the latest from the FCC!

This week, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has put forth some interesting new rules aimed at robocallers. They’re proposing that these digital nuisance-makers must reveal when they’re using artificial intelligence during their phone calls and text messages. Sounds like a plot twist in a sci-fi movie, right?

The FCC’s proposal builds on their previous ban against AI-generated robocalls without getting the caller’s express consent. Now, they want these callers to inform you if they plan to use AI in future communications while they’re asking for your permission. It’s like saying, “Hey, I might be a robot, but I’m a polite one!”

Moreover, if a robocall is indeed AI-generated, it must have a disclosure attached. The FCC explains that these calls pose a higher risk of fraud and other scams—so it’s better to be safe than sorry!

In their quest for clarity, the FCC defines an “AI-generated call” as one that uses technology to create either an artificial or pre-recorded voice or text. This includes everything from predictive algorithms to fancy large language models that can string together sentences like a pro!

But wait, there’s more! The agency also wants to make sure that individuals with speech and hearing disabilities aren’t left out. They plan to carve out an exception for those using AI-generated voice software to make outbound calls. Plus, there will be no unsolicited advertisements in these calls, and recipients won’t get charged either. It’s like a win-win for everyone!

Finally, the FCC is asking for feedback on how scammers might exploit this exemption and what measures could be taken to prevent that. Because let’s face it—nobody wants to deal with a scammer trying to pull a fast one under the guise of being ‘helpful’!

That wraps up our tech tidbit for today! Until next time, keep your phones close and your spam filters closer!