WASHINGTON (Gray DC) – Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming technology, with many Americans unknowingly interacting with it daily. Academics exploring this field are witnessing remarkable progress alongside significant challenges.
One major concern is the rise of deepfakes, which use AI to convincingly replace faces and voices, potentially deceiving individuals about the source and authenticity of information. Ethan Price from Dakota State University showcased his technology on Capitol Hill Monday, designed to counter this threat.
“We can prevent the generation of deepfakes, even ones that use someone else’s face or voice. I can even make it sound like your grandma,” Price explained. He was participating in the Congressional AI exhibition.
Colton Crum of Notre Dame University presented an AI-powered camera system capable of detecting heart rates. “Your face has these small micro-expressions that we can’t typically see, but I can detect them,” Crum stated, demonstrating how the system registers beats per minute.
Reporter Molly Martinez asked, “Can this tell that I’m out of shape?”
Crum assured her, “It looks like you are a great runner and in great health.”
Jason Greenlow, the event organizer, emphasized the need for Congress to understand and regulate AI. “AI is rapidly moving from computer terminals into our everyday lives, managing offices, businesses, vehicles, and even agricultural operations. If Congress doesn’t grasp how it works, they cannot create the necessary safeguards to manage its risks,” Greenlow said.
The presentations were organized by the Center for AI Policy.
