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The FTC is stepping up its fight against fake AI promises and scams
Operation AI Comply, the FTC's new program, has uncovered five cases where companies used AI to boost deceptive practices. These include a so-called "robot lawyer," AI-generated fake reviews, and shady online storefronts.
'Robot lawyer' a scam, FTC says in major AI crackdown
The cases involved AI-generated fake reviews, "the world's first robot lawyer," and online storefront schemes. The FTC said in a statement that consumers lost tens of millions of dollars, lured by the promise that AI-enabled problem-solving and automation would save them time, money, and, in the e-commerce cases, lead to increased earnings.
FTC crackdown on DoNotPay and others is warning for all AI-powered companies
If a product or service is marketed as AI-driven, it must deliver clear and measurable benefits rather than vague promises.
FTC Targets AI Misuse: Crackdown on Companies Misleading Consumers with AI
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has brought enforcement actions against several companies for using AI to mislead consumers.
‘Robot lawyer’ company faces $193,000 fine as part of FTC’s AI crackdown
DoNotPay will pay $193,000 to settle charges that it misled consumers by claiming its services could draft valid legal documents.
An AI service promised 'the world's first robot lawyer.' The FTC says it was a scam
As part of Operation AI Comply, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced five cases exposing alleged AI-related deception — one of which includes actions against a company called DoNotPay.
The FTC is finally going after AI scammers
Some reasonable regulations need to be placed on AI companies. Meanwhile, using current laws to go after the bad guys sounds ...
FTC announces crackdown on 'deceptive AI' businesses
The agency said it was going after the companies under its new law enforcement sweep: Operation AI Comply."Using AI tools to ...
FTC Cracks Down on Deceptive AI Claims
Five companies are charged with using AI in unfair or misleading ways. One paid a $193,000 fine, and three closed their doors ...
DoNotPay has to pay $193K for falsely touting untested AI lawyer, FTC says
Among the first AI companies that the Federal Trade Commission has exposed as deceiving consumers is DoNotPay—which initially ...
FTC targets deceptive AI claims in new crackdown
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced Wednesday it has taken action against five companies it said used or sold ...
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FTC Launches “Operation AI Comply” to Address Deceptive AI Practices
The FTC has taken enforcement action against five companies for allegedly using AI to deceive consumers, highlighting the ...
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As FTC Begins Grappling with AI Issues, “Sweep” Signals Differing Approaches Among Commissioners
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a “sweep” targeting AI-related conduct this week. The cases provide insight into how the agency ...
FTC cracks down on DoNotPay, others for 'deceptive AI claims and schemes'
Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan said, "Using AI tools to trick, mislead, or defraud people is illegal." ...
FTC sues five AI outfits – and one case raises questions
The FTC has made good on its promise to crack down on suspected deceptive AI claims, announcing legal action against five ...