| 'Who Should Lead the Way on Voice Cloning?' As voice cloning technology has become more accessible and economical, the question of who should regulate its use has become increasingly important. The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) recently convened a panel in Washington, DC to examine this issue and discuss potential solutions. The panelists, which included industry professionals, privacy experts, and academics, agreed that voice cloning should be regulated from an international level. Because the technology often requires data collection of individuals, they argued that a framework should be established to ensure the protection of consumers’ data and privacy. The panelists also highlighted the need for data security standards and traceability from the source. The panelists discussed the difficulty of creating international standards that would apply equally across multiple countries with their own unique privacy regulations. To address this, the panel recommended involving other organizations in the discussion such as the World Economic Forum, International Telecommunications Union, and World Health Organization. The IAPP concluded the discussion with the panelists agreeing that the use of voice cloning technology must be regulated, monitored, and overseen on an international level. Doing so could ensure that individuals’ rights to privacy and data protection are respected while still allowing businesses to take advantage of the technology’s benefits. As the conversation continues, it is clear that international organizations have an important role to play in the regulation of voice cloning. |