1. Barry Diller, media billionaire, raised concerns about AI getting out of control and emphasized the need for regulation.
2. Diller pointed towards a deepfake video featuring Joe Biden and Donald Trump as an example of AI manipulation and the risks it poses to discerning truth.
3. He proposed legislation to make it illegal to create fake content using someone’s persona with a focus on protecting copyright and redefining fair use as it relates to AI.
Media billionaire Barry Diller recently expressed his concerns about the potential dangers of artificial intelligence, urging the need for immediate regulation to prevent it from spiraling out of control. Diller pointed to a recent viral video featuring perfect replicas of Joe Biden and Donald Trump speaking gibberish as an example of the alarming capabilities of AI. He stressed the importance of legislation that prohibits the creation of fake content using someone’s likeness without their consent.
Diller called for protective laws that would allow AI to thrive while also protecting individuals from unauthorized use of their images or personas. He emphasized the need to redefine fair use in relation to AI and highlighted the urgency of implementing such regulations. This is not the first time Diller has spoken out against AI misuse, as he previously called on publishers to take legal action against the unauthorized use of their content by AI creators. Diller believes that it is crucial to address these issues promptly before the situation escalates further.