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Akin Intelligence - July 2024

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Welcome to the July edition of Akin Intelligence. This month, United States agencies released several key pieces of artificial intelligence (AI) guidance, including patent eligibility guidance from the United States Patent...more

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FCC Issues Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Regarding the Use of AI-Generated Technologies for Consumer Communications

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently issued a unanimous Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Inquiry targeting the use of AI-related technologies for communicating with consumers. In the proposed rule,...more

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FCC Proposes AI-Generated Robocall and Robotext Rules

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The Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) has unanimously approved a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“NPRM”) and Notice of Inquiry (“NOI”), proposing first-of-their-kind AI-generated robocall and robotext rules that would...more

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White House Announces New Initiatives Targeting Consumer Experience

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Last week, the Biden-Harris Administration launched a comprehensive initiative aimed at addressing what it describes as everyday hassles that waste Americans’ time and money. This new government-wide effort, called “Time Is...more

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White House Takes Aim at Inefficient Business Practices Through “Time Is Money” Initiative: 5 Things Employers Should Do

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The Biden Administration wants to crack down on corporate practices that it believes waste consumers’ time and money through excessive paperwork, long wait times, and other aggravations – and you’ll want to take note so you...more

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FCC seeks comment on proposed rules for AI-generated calls

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On August 7, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), continuing to build on last year’s Notice of Inquiry regarding AI-generated calls under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), unanimously issued a Notice...more

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FCC Seeks Public Comments on AI Disclosure Requirements for Political Ads

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The Federal Communications Commission wants to require radio and television stations, as well as cable, direct broadcast satellite operators such as Dish and DirecTV, and satellite radio operators such as Sirius/XM...more

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FCC Regulation of AI-Generated Political Ads Could Go into Effect This Cycle 

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By: Oliver Roberts and Jason Torchinsky On Thursday July 25, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that it will “move forward with a proposal to implement new AI transparency requirements.” The FCC’s...more

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FCC Proposes Rules Requiring Disclosure of AI-Generated Content in Political Ads

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This presidential election season has heightened concerns about the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content in political ads to mislead voters. With this concern in mind, the Federal Communications Commission...more

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In Compliance: Holtzman Vogel's July 2024 Round-Up

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Holtzman Vogel attorneys wrote on the Supreme Court's landmark Loper Bright decision earlier this month. The Court overruled its 1984 decision in Chevron v. NRDC that introduced the so-called "Chevron deference" principle...more

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FCC Proposes New Rules Regarding AI-Generated Robocalls and Robotexts

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In response to the rise of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in telecommunications, on July 17, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Notice), CG Docket...more

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FCC Proposes To Modify Letter of Credit Rules for CAF II, RDOF, 5G Fund, and BEAD

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Proposed rules would reduce funding recipients' burdens by reducing LOC valuation requirements and expanding the number of eligible banks - On June 7, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC") issued a Notice of...more

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Tried and Tested: FCC Rulemaking Proposes Heightened Restrictions on Entities Involved in Testing and Authorizing Tech and Telecom...

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FCC seeks to protect telecommunications certification bodies, measurement facilities, and the equipment authorization program from national security threats posed by foreign adversaries....more

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CFPB Announces Proposed Rule Regarding Nonsufficient Funds Fees

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On Wednesday, January 24, 2024, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced a Proposed Rule aimed at blocking nonsufficient funds (NSF) fees on debit card, ATM, and certain peer-to-peer payment transactions that...more

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FCC Advances Its Space and Satellite Agenda

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Recent actions by the Federal Communications Commission indicate its support for the country’s space-based economy and national security interests. The FCC has adopted rules that allow satellite operators and terrestrial...more

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Comments Due April 29, 2024 on FCC's New Rules to Govern In-Space Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing

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The FCC has proposed new rules to permit issuance of spectrum licenses to companies proposing operations in space other than deployment of traditional satellite space stations, including services such as assembly and...more

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Akin Space Law, Regulation and Policy Update - February 2024

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Good Afternoon! This is Akin’s biweekly policy newsletter on space policy and regulatory developments, providing information on major space headlines and forthcoming space-related events and hearings...more

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FCC Proposes Rules to Curb Cable Operator, DBS Provider Fee Practices

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The FCC has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to consider prohibiting certain billing practices of cable operators and direct broadcast satellite (DBS) providers. Specifically, the FCC is proposing to ban cable...more

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ALERT: FCC Seeks to Eliminate Digital Discrimination

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On November 20, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (“Commission”) released a Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (“Order”) adopting final rules to facilitate equal access to broadband and...more

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You Better Watch Out, You Better Not Cry: Big Changes Expected to Hit Lead Generation Industry in 2024

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Whether you have been naughty or nice this year, if you are buying or selling leads or otherwise are a participant in the lead generation industry, you may be getting a lump of coal in your stocking. Don’t get upset just yet...more

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NHTSA Withdraws Proposed Rule on Vehicle-To-Vehicle Communications

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On November 20, 2023, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) announced that it was withdrawing a previous proposal to create a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (“FMVSS”) requiring...more

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FCC Set to Upend Lead Generation Industry

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On November 22, 2023, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a proposed rule that will completely upend the landscape of lead generation and digital marketing for consumer retailers and sellers. The proposed rule...more

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Troutman Pepper Weekly Consumer Financial Services Newsletter - November 2023 # 4

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To keep you informed of recent activities, below are several of the most significant federal and state events that have influenced the Consumer Financial Services industry over the past week...more

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Lead Generation Industry Turned Upside Down: Proposed FCC Rule Requires Consent Must be Secured From a Single Seller at a Time

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One of the key issues relating to the NPRM pertains to consent being sent directly to/obtained by one seller at a time. The FCC has now circulated its proposed rule. It has not been adopted yet but it looks like it will be...more

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FCC Adopts Anti-Discrimination Rules for Broadband Providers

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Earlier this week, the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) voted 3-2 to adopt rules intended to prohibit discrimination and promote equal access to broadband internet service, regardless of race, income, or other...more

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