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Senators Demand AI Firms Tackle Scams by January 14

12/12/2025

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Senators Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) sent letters to major AI companies, including Google and Microsoft, demanding information on AI-enabled scams, with responses due January 14.
They said generative AI facilitates sophisticated fraud by enabling impersonation.
The letters request details on fraud prevention strategies and user authentication.
Hassan has prioritized scams on the Joint Economic Committee, while Hawley has introduced a bill to hold AI companies liable.

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Senators Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) sent letters to major AI companies, including Google and Microsoft, demanding information on AI-enabled scams, with responses due January 14.
They said generative AI facilitates sophisticated fraud by enabling impersonation.
The letters request details on fraud prevention strategies and user authentication.
Hassan has prioritized scams on the Joint Economic Committee, while Hawley has introduced a bill to hold AI companies liable.