Scarlett Johansson Urges AI Regulation After Deepfake Controversy

Scarlett Johansson has called for U.S. lawmakers to put restrictions on artificial intelligence following the viral circulation of a controversial A.I.-generated video in which she opposed one Kanye West. The video showed the A.I. versions of Johansson and some other Jewish celebrities condemning antisemitism. Johansson pointed to A.I. abuse and argued against hate-mongering A.I. with their implication for the immediate need for government intervention through legislation dealing with A.I. She observed that the U.S. stood idle in stark contrast to several other nations doing something about A.I. threats. Johansson has long been a victim of being faked by A.I., and she supports transparency and the protection of personal rights. Kanye West was rebuked for selling T-shirts with swastikas and was dropped by his talent agency.