Michelle explores AI regulation and misinformation in Japan, focusing on public concerns and legal frameworks. The episode covers sector-specific restrictions and the optimism about AI's benefits. It examines DICT's initiatives on deepfake and social media regulations, Singapore's approach, and content blocking authority. The discussion highlights AI's impact on broadcast technology, content delivery, and audio production. It also addresses AI-generated digital twins and their political impacts, as well as responses to AI copyright issues. Concluding with AI content labeling and trust, the episode reflects on the evolving media landscape.

(0:00) Introduction to AI regulation and misinformation in Japan

(1:21) Public concerns and legal frameworks for generative AI

(2:14) Sector-specific AI restrictions and optimism for its benefits

(2:56) DICT's initiatives on deepfake and social media regulations

(4:27) Singapore's approach and DICT's content blocking authority

(4:49) New AI video detection software and online content growth

(5:53) AI's transformation of broadcast technology and production

(7:11) AI advancements in content delivery, accessibility, and quality

(9:39) AI's influence on audio production and creative options

(10:16) Alden newspapers and industry response to AI copyright issues

(12:21) AI-generated digital twins, deepfakes, and public opinion

(13:09) Political and reputational impacts of digital doppelgängers

(14:01) Setting boundaries for AI-generated likenesses

(14:17) OpenAI's response to national security and AI Action Plan

(14:39) Autonomous driving technology updates

(15:08) Study on warning label effectiveness for AI content

(16:02) Trust and design aspects of AI content warning labels

(17:14) Labeling AI-generated content for user trust

(17:30) Conclusion and sign-off