#FCC proposes new rules for AI-generated #robocalls and #robotexts

It's the agency's latest move to protect consumers and stop #election #misinformation by phone.
#robocall #robotext

https://www.engadget.com/ai/fcc-proposes-new-rules-for-ai-generated-robocalls-and-robotexts-200013807.html

Welcome news: Today the FCC adopted rules specifically targeting the increasing problem of scam text messages sent to consumers. The new rules will require mobile service providers to block certain #robotext messages that are highly likely to be illegal: FCC Adopts Its First Rules Focused on Scam Texting | Federal Communications Commission

https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-adopts-its-first-rules-focused-scam-texting

#FCC orders phone companies to block #scam text messages | Ars Technica

First #robotext rule requires blocking of texts from invalid and unused numbers.
#txt

https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2023/03/fcc-orders-phone-companies-to-block-scam-text-messages/