Posted 3/12/2024, 11:11:00 AM
AI Advances Raise Election Disinformation Concerns
- Advancements in AI are posing challenges for upcoming elections by enabling generation of fake content to fool voters
- Fake content is getting more realistic but also easier to make; it spreads quickly on social media
- Bad actors are likely to leverage AI tools to tip elections in favor of particular candidates
- Platforms like Meta are trying to crack down on AI-generated disinformation in political ads
- As a voter, be aware of AI fake content, be skeptical of what you see online, and fact-check against reputable sources