Encode
@EncodeAction
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Young people advocating for a human-centered AI future.
40 U.S. states & 30 countries
Joined January 2021
Today Encode, alongside the @ncypalliance and the Tech Justice Law Project, filed a formal complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against @MyReplika. Covered in TIME today. Replika markets itself to users an always-available, professional girlfriend and therapist that will cure their loneliness and treat their mental illness. What it provides is a manipulative platform engineered to exploit users for their time, money, and personal data. Replika's premium features -- deeper romantic relationships, intimate images sent on demand, video calls, and more -- are designed to profit from users' dependence on its companions. We are calling upon the Federal Trade Commission to review the aforementioned complaint, conduct a thorough investigation, and take appropriate enforcement action to protect consumers and ensure that Replika and other AI companion services operate with honesty, transparency, and the appropriate safeguards.
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The solution requires real investment: fully funding NIST, engaging academia, and coordinating with allies. Our full analysis and recommendations: (9/9)
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RT @SnehaRevanur: AGI will transform the future of humanity. That transformation should serve the public interest. We’re filing an amicus…
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