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Pindrop Raises $100 Million in Battle Against Deepfake Calls

July 17, 2024
Global Regulators Race to Tame the Wild West of AI
artificial intelligence // July 17, 2024

From Washington to Brussels, policymakers are scrambling to rein in artificial intelligence’s (AI) rapid advance. As the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) targets AI-powered robocalls and the EU’s landmark AI Act looms, experts warn that smart regulation is crucial to harness AI’s potential while guarding against...

FCC Proposes Disclosure of AI Use in Political Ads
artificial intelligence // May 22, 2024

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing new rules for political ads aired on TV and over the radio. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel on Wednesday (May 22) issued a proposal that would require the disclosure of content generated by artificial intelligence (AI) in political ads, according...

Rising Fraud Casts Shadow Over Voice Commerce Potential
Security & Fraud // March 29, 2024

The proliferation of voice-activated technology, from virtual shopping assistants to speech recognition in smartphones and smart homes, is reshaping how consumers interact with devices. Advancements in this field are continually expanding the possibilities of what voice technology can achieve. For instance, assistive voice technology, like the one developed...

Amazon, Google Back Global Cybersecurity Standard for Smart Home Devices
Cybersecurity // March 19, 2024

In an increasingly interconnected world, the proliferation of connected devices has become ubiquitous, reshaping the way people live, work and interact with technology. From wearable gadgets to sophisticated smart appliances, the Internet of Things (IoT) has permeated nearly every aspect of consumers’ daily routines. According to research from PYMNTS...

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Rising Fraud Casts Shadow Over Voice Commerce Potential

March 29, 2024
The proliferation of voice-activated technology, from virtual shopping assistants to speech recognition in smartphones and smart homes, is reshaping how consumers interact with devices. Advancements in this field are continually expanding the possibilities of what voice technology can achieve. For instance, assistive voice technology, like the one developed by Whispp, is empowering individuals with voice disabilities, enabling more fluent and […]

What Serving The Internet’s ‘Underserved’ Means For Payments

January 17, 2020
These days, it seems like you can hardly go a minute without hearing about the rise of 5G, the spread of facial recognition or how friction is being removed from...

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Pindrop Raises $100 Million in Battle Against Deepfake Calls

July 17, 2024
Voice authentication and security firm Pindrop has raised $100 million in debt financing. The funding, announced Wednesday (July 17) and coming from Hercules Capital, allows Pindrop to further develop its audio, voice, and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for customers in industries that include banking, finance, contact center, insurance, utilities, healthcare and retail. “Contact centers, which […]

FCC Proposes Disclosure of AI Use in Political Ads

May 22, 2024
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing new rules for political ads aired on TV and over the radio. FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel on Wednesday (May 22) issued a proposal that...

FCC Outlaws Use of AI-Generated Voices in Robocalls

February 08, 2024
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has made it illegal to use artificial intelligence (AI)-generated voices in robocalls. This ruling will give state attorneys general another tool to use against voice...

TessPay Simplifies Financial Management for Affordable Connectivity Program Participants

January 17, 2024
TessPay, a FinTech company specializing in blockchain technology for secure financial transactions, has upgraded its platform to boost access to affordable connectivity. These enhancements aim to support service providers participating...