Elections Officials on High Alert for AI Misinformation Threats for 2024
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Elections experts are concerned about the rising use of AI and deepfakes to spread misinformation ahead of the 2024 elections. Examples already seen in NC and nationally.
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Federal government issuing guidance to states on combatting high-tech voter manipulation efforts using AI. NC elections board also making preparations.
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Debate over whether new laws needed to regulate AI in elections. NC House Speaker says existing laws should suffice.
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Advocates argue more urgency needed to pass laws and raise public awareness of AI-generated fake content.
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Potential risks outlined include deepfakes of candidates, hacked systems, flooded voter hotlines. Could come from domestic or foreign sources.