The update also includes new details around the specific tactics and talking points impersonators use to ensnare victims.

Some lawmakers and executives say the era of AI-hacking has arrived, while other experts are pointing out the tools of today still fall short in important ways.  

Dave Lewis, Global Advisory CISO, 1Password

 The commission is asking whether nonconsensual deepfake porn should be classified under U.S. law as harassment, blackmail or sending obscene material to minors.

While many in the legal community report positive use cases for the tech, AI-driven disinformation and deepfakes are causing havoc in courtrooms. 

Jim Dolce, CEO, Lookout

The guidance gives operators a clearer map, and it reinforces that resilience grows when humans and machines work in partnership.

Prosecutors called criminal schemes to route computer chips to China a threat to U.S. national security, while Democrats have criticized the White House’s decision.

Cybersecurity insurer Coalition said it will start covering certain incidents where AI and deepfakes lead to reputational harm.  

The comments echo many in the research community who have said the flaw is an inherent trait of generative AI technology.